STEAMwork | sensory play

bubbles

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We love bubbles! In our STEAMwork sensory play, learn how to make your own bubble solution and help Barbara find the perfect homemade bubble wand.

materials

4 cups of warm water
1/2 cup of sugar
1/2 cup of dishwashing liquid
airtight container
a mixing utensil

additional resources

Wondering why we add sugar? Sugar helps you make bigger bubbles that last longer. Bubbles are made up of three very thin layers: soap, water, soap. All together this is called soap film. When the inner water layer evaporates, the bubble pops. By adding sugar, the soap film is thicker and delays the eventual evaporation.