Description
This activity explores the science of bubbles, engaging toddlers with their fleeting nature and vibrant colors. It promotes visual tracking and gross motor skills while sparking curiosity about air and liquid interactions.
Details
1. Mix 1 cup of water with 2 tablespoons of dish soap in a shallow container to make a bubble solution.
2. Use a bubble wand or straw to blow bubbles gently in an open area.
3. Encourage the child to watch the bubbles float and pop them with their hands.
4. Point out the colors in the bubbles and how they shimmer in the light.
5. Try blowing bubbles of different sizes by varying the speed of blowing.
6. Talk about why bubbles pop and what they look like when they float.
Materials
Water, dish soap, shallow container, bubble wand or straw