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How To Make Frozen Bubbles – Winter Activity for Kids

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An engaging winter activity that combines science and fun by making frozen bubbles with simple household ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 part dish soap
  • 4 parts water (warm for mixing)
  • A splash of glycerin or light corn syrup (optional)
  • A shallow bowl or container
  • A bubble wand, straw, or a cut ring
  • A flat tray or the top of a car hood
  • Warm gloves or mittens for kids
  • Towel or paper towels
  • A camera or phone (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix one part dish soap into four parts water in a shallow bowl. Stir gently.
  2. Add a splash of glycerin or light corn syrup and stir slowly to combine.
  3. Pour some solution into a shallow tray.
  4. Dress warmly and go outside with the tray.
  5. Dip the wand into the solution and blow a bubble onto the flat surface.
  6. Watch the bubble freeze into ice crystals.
  7. Gently lift the frozen bubble with a flat tool or let kids touch it.
  8. Experiment with blowing bubbles onto different surfaces and observe the patterns.
  9. Repeat as desired, refreshing the solution if necessary.

Notes

Best to keep the activity short to prevent cold fingers. Have a warm towel ready and consider taking breaks for hot chocolate.

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