Ancient Methods of Timekeeping: Because Who Needs Precision, Right?Advanced Candle Tricks ### The Water Clock Method * Fill a bowl with water. * Mark the level of water at the start and end of the day. * Measure the change in water level to tell time. * Water Clock Wonders ### The Stick-in-the-Ground Method * Stick a stick in the ground. * Observe the stick's angle with the sun. * Use a chart to determine time based on the stick's position. * [Learn to Make Your Own Stick-in-the-Ground Clock](/subpages/timekeepingbasics/subsubpage/stickintriggle/) ### The Abacus Method * Use beads on a wire to count time. * Move the beads to mark the passage of time. * A simple but effective time-telling tool. * Abacus Basics ### The Drum Method * Use drums to mark time. * Beat a drum to mark each hour. * A method that requires great skill and rhythm. * Drumming Up Time