Bubble Science

30 mins Ages 3-8 Outdoor

A playful, screen-free adventure designed to spark curiosity, sensory exploration, and fine motor skills for kids aged 3 to 8.

Materials Needed

  • • Dish soap (1 cup)
  • • Water (6 cups)
  • • Glycerin (1 tbsp)
  • • Bubble wands (assorted)
  • • Containers (2-3)

Pro Tips

  • → Make giant bubbles with string and straws
  • → Try different wand shapes
  • → Add food colouring for colour bubbles

Safety First

Keep soap out of eyes. Supervise near water.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Step 1

Mix 6 cups water, 1 cup dish soap, and 1 tbsp glycerin.

2

Step 2

Make bubble wands from pipe cleaners or string and straws.

3

Step 3

Blow bubbles and try to catch them.

4

Step 4

Experiment with different wand sizes and shapes.

What they are learning

Cause and effect Observation Motor skills