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Top 15 Bubble Science Experiments

Bubbles provide a window into a myriad of scientific principles. From understanding surface tension and light interference to exploring gas laws and fluid dynamics, bubbles turn simple observations into profound learning experiences.

These engaging and educational, hands-on bubble science experiments are perfect for classroom activities, science fairs, or simply as a fun way to explore the wonders of bubbles.

So, get ready to dive into a world of soapy delight and scientific discovery with these captivating experiments.

1. Square Bubbles

Get ready to take your bubble experiments to the next level with the fascinating “Square Bubbles” experiment! This unique and exciting activity will captivate students as they explore the mesmerizing geometric bubbles.

2. Bouncing Bubbles

By creating a special bubble solution with added polymers or glycerin, students can generate stronger and more elastic bubbles that resist popping upon contact with various surfaces.

3. Unpoppable Bubbles

Exploring unpoppable bubbles encourages students to think critically, ask questions, and conduct scientific investigations as they unravel the science behind bubble formation.

4. How to Make Your Own Bubble Blower

Making your own bubble blower not only allows for personalization and creativity but also provides a hands-on learning experience where students can experiment with different designs and observe the effects on bubble formation.

Learn more: How to Make your Own Bubble Blower

5. Bubble Painting

As the bubbles gently land on paper or other surfaces, they leave behind beautiful, abstract patterns and designs.

This experiment not only allows students to explore their artistic talents but also introduces them to the science behind bubbles, surface tension, and the interaction of colors.

Learn more: Bubble Painting

6. Dry Ice Bubbles

Get ready to witness a magical display of science with the captivating “Dry Ice Bubbles” experiment! This extraordinary activity allows students to explore the unique properties of dry ice and witness the formation of ethereal, fog-filled bubbles.

7. Electrostatic Soap

Step into the realm of electrostatics with the captivating “Electrostatic Soap” experiment! Prepare to witness an astonishing display as students learn about static electricity and soap.

8. Make Giant Bubbles

Creating giant bubbles encourages students to experiment, observe, and explore the scientific principles at play. It’s a hands-on experience that sparks wonder, imagination, and curiosity in learners of all ages.

9. Bubble Inside Bubble

Prepare to witness a captivating phenomenon as we explore these fascinating “Bubble Inside Bubble”! In this mesmerizing science experiment, students will discover the magic of creating one bubble within another, unlocking a visual delight.

10. Bubble Snakes

This experiment not only provides a visually captivating display but also introduces students to concepts such as airflow, bubble formation, and the properties of different bubble solutions.

11. Building With Bubbles

This experiment not only provides an opportunity for artistic expression but also introduces students to concepts such as surface tension, stability, and the science of bubble formation.

Learn more: Building With Bubbles

12. Rainbow Bubbles

Get ready to be dazzled by the vibrant colors of “Rainbow Bubbles”! This enchanting science experiment combines the joy of blowing bubbles with the magical display of a rainbow.

Learn more: Rainbow Bubbles

13. Frozen Bubbles

This experiment not only provides a visually stunning display but also introduces students to concepts such as the freezing point of water, the properties of ice crystals, and the effects of temperature on bubble formation.

Learn more: Frozen Bubbles

14. Make Foaming Bubbles

Get ready for some bubbly excitement with the captivating “Foaming Bubbles” experiment! In this fun and interactive activity, students will discover the joy of creating bubbles that not only float but also foam up and overflow with mesmerizing foam.

15. Watercolor Bubble Blowing Sensory Play Bin

Dive into a world of creative exploration with the captivating “Watercolor Bubble Blowing Sensory Play Bin”! This sensory-rich activity combines the joy of bubble-blowing with the magic of watercolor art.

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AWESOME BUBBLE SCIENCE EXPERIMENT WITH KIDS

By: Author Agnes Hsu

Posted on Last updated: July 19, 2018

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You may have seen our latest science experiment making Elephant Toothpaste with my 7 year old son who’s obsessed with science lately. He’s started a series of cool and classic science experiments kids can do right at home. We’re focusing on easy set up, clean-up, and simple materials with steps kids can do themselves, although parent supervision is always recommended with any science experiment !

See how to make this impressive bubble experiment with minimal steps and materials but tons of cool factor. And it’s not just about blowing giant bubbles . Scroll all the way down to watch the entire video from start to finish where my son explains that it’s all about surface tension!

If the learning doesn’t convince you to try this with the kids, remember this involves bubbles. Making bubbles ! What kid doesn’t like bubbles?

BUBBLE SCIENCE EXPERIMENT – MATERIALS:

• Bubble solution or you can make your own
• Surface that can be wet
• Water (we used bottled)
• Spray bottle

Before we got started we watched this awesome version of this classic bubble experiment here . 

INSTRUCTIONS:

Step 1. Put your bubble solution in a container that will cover at least half the straw when added inside

Step 2. First, have your kid test out making a bubble on a dry surface. Dip your straw so it is covered at least  a quarter with solution and angle it down the surface to try and blow a bubble. What happens? Well to no surprise the bubble pops quickly! But why? Read more below or watch the video to hear Kian explain it.

Step 3. Have your child liberally spray the surface with water (we used a marble board but you can use anything that can be sprayed and wiped with water like a counter top).

Step 4. Have your child repeat dipping the straw in bubble solution and then slowly blow a bubble. You want to almost touch the surface with your straw and slowly pull away while still blowing to make a nice large bubble. This time the bubble doesn’t pop!

Step 5. Now what happens when you blow a bubble in a bubble? Will it work? This is why it’s important to have your straw cover enough bubble solution to create a second bubble inside. Try it out and see by dipping your straw in more solution, slowly inserting into your first bubble and then blowing.

Now, can you make a bubble in a bubble in a bubble? How many can you make?! This is fun and challenging for kids as they start and stop and try again.

Step 6. You can also do a test with your fingers. What happens when you touch your bubble with a dry finger? It pops! Now if you wet your finger it doesn’t pop.

Why do bubbles not pop as easily when in contact with wet matter?

It’s as simple as the following science explanation:

1.  Bubbles  are made of a layer of soap, water and soap. Water is sandwiched in between the soap layers.

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Bubbles Science Experiments (Bouncing Bubbles)

Bubble science experiments are great for teaching students about concepts like surface tension, gas formation, and properties of liquids and gases. Making bubbles is definitely on our list of simple science experiments to try. Mix up your own inexpensive bubble solution recipe and get blowing with one of these fun bubbles science experiments below. 

The Science of Bubbles

What’s the science behind bubbles? Bubbles comprise a thin wall of soapy film that fills with air. You can liken a bubble to a balloon in that a balloon has a thin skin of rubber filled with air.

However, when two bubbles of similar size meet, they merge together, creating the least possible surface area. Balloons, of course, can not do this!

The film that makes the bubble has three layers. A thin layer of water is sandwiched between two layers of soap molecules. Each soap molecule is oriented so that its polar (hydrophilic) head faces the water while its hydrophobic hydrocarbon tail extends away from the water layer.

When bubbles of different sizes meet, one will become a bulge onto the larger bubble. You may notice that when you get a ton of bubbles going they start to form hexagons. Bubbles will create 120 degree angles where they meet.

That means that whatever shape a bubble has when it is first formed, it will try to become a sphere. That’s because a sphere is the shape that has the least ​surface area and requires the least energy to achieve.​

Blowing into a container of bubble solution is a great way to observe how bubbles attach to each other!

Bubble Solution Recipe

Bubble science is real and fun! Make up some homemade bubble mix and start investigating bubbles. See how to make bubble solution with glycerin or corn syrup!

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Try Bouncing Bubble Experiment

Can you make a bubble bounce without it breaking? This bubble experiment is fun to try!

Supplies: 

• Tablespoon measure and a one-cup measure
• Paper cups and marker
• Straws, eyedropper, apple slicer (optional) and baster for blowing bubbles
• Simple glove (bouncing bubbles)
• Towel (wipe up accidents and keep surfaces clean)

How To Make A Bouncing Bubble

We used our baster to blow a large bubble onto our hand with the bubble solution.

Then we used a gardening glove to bounce our bubbles gently!

More Ways to Play with Bubbles

We also made bubbles with an apple slicer. Place it in the solution and then wave it through the air to create the bubbles. What else can you use to blow bubbles?

Want to stick a skewer through a bubble without popping it? Have a go!

More Bubbles Science Experiments

Now you have mixed up your bubble solution, explore bubble science with one of these fun bubble activities perfect for younger students!

Geometric Bubble Wands

Can bubbles be different shapes? This special geometric bubbles activity combines a bit of math, engineering, and science as well. Build your own geometric bubble wands and explore bubble shapes.

Freezing Bubbles In Winter

A fun bubble activity for winter. Blow bubbles in freezing temperatures to create ice bubbles, and observe how temperature affects the state of matter and how the bubble crystallizes when cold.

3D Bubble Shapes

Bubble blowing, homemade bubble wands, and 3D bubble structures are all an incredible way to explore bubble science any day of the year. 

Bubble Snake

Bubbles are fascinating and fun to play with, especially when we blow them through a sock! Explore what keeps all those bubbles together to make a gigantic bubble snake.

More Fun Facts About Bubbles

Bubbles are thin liquid films enclosing a pocket of air or other gas. They can be made from a water and soap mixture or other liquids with appropriate properties (including the addition of glycerin or corn syrup). The film of a bubble is made up of water molecules (in the case of soap bubbles) and is very flexible, allowing it to trap the air inside. Did you know a bubble has three “walls” like a sandwich? The outer walls are a thin layer of soap with a layer of water sandwiched in between them.

How are bubbles formed?

Bubbles are formed when air (or another gas) is blown into a liquid that contains soap or other substances that lower the liquid’s surface tension. Surface tension is the force that holds the molecules of a liquid together, creating a thin, elastic “skin” on its surface. Blowing air into the soapy water stretches the surface tension of the water mixture to form a sphere, creating a bubble.

Why are bubbles round?

Bubbles are round because the sphere is the shape with the least amount of surface area for a given volume. In nature, many things try to minimize energy, and a sphere is the most energy-efficient shape for enclosing a given volume of air.

Popping bubbles:

Bubbles can be easily popped by touching them or when they come into contact with dry surfaces. This happens because the water in the bubble film evaporates (remember the sandwich from above), causing the film to thin and break. When the bubble pops, the air inside is released into the atmosphere.

Turn It Into A Bubbles Science Project

Science projects are an excellent tool for older kiddos to show what they know about science! Plus, they can be used in various environments, including classrooms, homeschool, and groups.

Kids can take everything they have learned about using the scientific method , stating a hypothesis, choosing variables , and analyzing and presenting data.

For example:

Formulate a straightforward question or hypothesis for the project. For example: “What factors affect the size of bubbles?” or “Which soapy solution makes the most long-lasting bubbles?”

Design the experiments that will help answer the question or test the hypothesis. Keep it simple and safe for kids to perform.

Here are a few experiment ideas:

a. Bubble Solution Comparison: Compare different bubble solutions (e.g., store-bought vs. homemade) to see which produces bigger bubbles.

b. Bubble Wand Shapes: Test how the shape of the bubble wand affects the size or number of bubbles produced. Make bubble wands or 3D bubble shapes !

c. Bubble Blowing Techniques: Investigate how different blowing techniques impact the formation and longevity of bubbles.

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Natural Bubble Science Experiment for Preschoolers

Did you know that blowing bubbles can be a fun, hands-on science activity for kids? This super easy recipe and bubble science experiment can be a fun way to teach kids about the scientific method.

You can do this activity at home or in school. Your little learners will have a blast making bubbles and observing how bubbles behave.

Bubble Science Experiment for Preschoolers

You can introduce this bubble experiment by building background knowledge about bubbles. Ask your kids if they have ever blown bubbles before.

Ask them how they think bubbles are made, discuss their ideas, and ask them to tell you what led them to this conclusion.

This experiment will introduce children to the scientific method through the use of bubbles.

1. Ask kids, “How do you think are bubbles made?” 2. Help kids research the topic by reading the book, How to Make Bubbles by Erika Shores 3. Make a hypothesis by asking, “What will happen if we try to make our own bubble solution and bubble wands?” 4. Test the hypothesis: Make and blow bubbles with children 5. Make a language experience chart with kids to communicate the results. Ask them, “Did it work?”

Homemade Bubble Recipe For Bubble Science Experiment

After your discussion about bubbles, read a book about bubbles. The book How to Make Bubbles by Erika Shores is perfect for preschool and kindergarten kids! Here’s a super simple homemade bubble recipe for you to try.

Ingredients for Making Natural Bubbles

• 6 cups room temperature water
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup (Karo is a popular brand here in the US)
• 1 cup dish soap (the blue Dawn brand dish soap has always worked well for me)

This bubble recipe makes enough bubble solution for a class of 16 or more children. You can adjust the measurements up or down to best suit your needs.

The secret to making good bubbles is to follow the directions exactly , don’t substitute ingredients or alter the measurements. This bubble solution works very well, just as good if not better than store bought bubbles.

If your water is hard, you should consider using distilled water from the store instead. Distilled water has different properties compared to hard water.

Easy Natural Bubble Recipe

Start by gathering the children around in your large group area and invite them to help you make the natural bubble solution together. You could also do this as a small group activity and make a small batch of bubbles with each group.

Next, add the corn syrup to the room temperature water in a large bowl or container. Let the kids stir gently until well mixed.

Then, add the dish soap and have kids stir gently again without making suds.

You will get the best results if you let your homemade bubble solution sit uncovered overnight before using.

After making bubbles with the children, talk about how it was done and ask what they think will happen next.

Blowing Bubble Predictions

The next day, after your bubble solution has settled overnight, invite your kids to make their own bubble wands with chenille stems (pipe cleaners).

Demonstrate how to twist the chenille stems to create bubble wands. You may need to assist and offer guidance for this part of the activity. This will depend on the age and abilities of your children.

Making Bubble Wands in Preschool

After each child has made their own bubble wand, invite them outside to blow bubbles. This is one of the most fun science experiments for young children!

Provide eco-friendly, disposable cups for each child to hold their own bubble solution and have fun blowing and catching bubbles.

After coming back inside, make a chart with the kids and write what they learned and share the results.

Science Curriculum for Pre-K

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Bouncing Bubbles Experiment!

There's something magical about bubbles and there are so many great science experiments involving them.

This one's my personal favourite as the feeling of bouncing bubbles will always bring a smile to your face!

What Do I Need?

• Two water bottles
• Washing up liquid
• Woollen scarf, hat, or gloves

How Do I Do It?

STEP1  - First let's build our bubbles blower! Take your scissors and cut your two bottles in half and then make a slit down the side of each (as shown).

STEP2   - These vertical slits you just cut in will mean you can slot the two halves together to make your bubbles blower! Wrap a bit of tape round so it doesn't fall apart!

STEP3   - Next up is making your bubble mixture. There are several million different bubble recipes out there but we'll just keep things simple! Use a 'good' brand of washing up liquid. I find Fairy works best (they didn't pay me to say that!). Whatever brand you go for always use the 'unscented' or 'original' version. Mix around one part washing up liquid to three parts water and really mix it together well. I find letting my bubble mixture 'stand' overnight helps too but it'll still work just fine if you can't wait to get started!

STEP4   - Blow some bubbles! Put your bubble blower into your bubble liquid and give blowing a couple of bubbles a try!

STEP5   - It's time to make our bubbles bounce! Blow a bubble and flick it into the air. Have your woollen scarf on your hand ready and catch it! Look at the bubble bounce! If you've got more friends than me (hopefully!) go grab one of them, get something woollen each and play catch with bubbles - it's awesome!

What’s Going On?

Well, first let's think about what a bubbles is? 

A bubble is really just air wrapped up in a thin film of soap! Why do they pop? 

They are always going to pop eventually but oil and dirt are the most common causes of bubble death! 

Using woollen gloves or a scarf avoids both of these so should keep your bubbles 'alive' as long as possible!

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Bubbles are such a fun activity. I would say kids love them, but many pets (and adults?) have fun with them too. They are so simple and enjoyable to watch as they float through the air. But have you ever thought about doing a bubble science experiment?

Several years ago, my son was taking part in our 4-H Club’s science fair. We searched through several ideas and decided to do some bubble science. He investigated the science behind bubbles and several different bubble recipes.

However, we needed to make sure the bubble science experiment was…well, scientific. You can’t just blow bubbles the exact same way every time. So, we developed a way to scientifically test bubble recipes to see which ones worked the best. At least, it was as scientific as I was going to get with an elementary-aged boy.

I’ll share links to bubble recipes, HOW we ran our bubble experiment and a little bit on the science behind bubbles.   

Table of Contents

Bubble science experiment-bubble recipes, the experiment, supplies needed, how to conduct the bubble science experiment, analyzing your bubble science experiment data, about the ingredients in bubble solutions.

If you search the internet, you will find many different sites with homemade bubble recipes. I want to help you out with 4 of the most common bubble recipes you can use for your bubble science project.  All are great recipes to use for your science experiment. Plus, they are great for other activities.

How to Make Homemade Giant Bubbles that will Blow Your Mind (Happy Hooligans)- This recipe is strong enough to make giant bubbles. We have used it before. You will add corn starch, baking powder, and glycerin to the soap and water mixture for the solution. Check out this recipe and give it a try.

How to Make Homemade Bubbles (The Artful Parent)- With three simple ingredients, your kids will have homemade bubbles. You only need sugar, water, and soap. Pretty simple.

Homemade Bubbles (Saving Cent by Cent)- Here is another simple recipe. However, this recipe adds only corn syrup to the main soap base.

DIY Unpoppable Bubbles (Learning Resources)- If your kids want to bounce bubbles with their hands, this is a good recipe. My kids, even at 12 and 14, had so much playing around with this one. It is an excellent recipe to test in your bubble experiment.

Bubble Science Experiment

To do your own bubble science experiment at home, take a look at the process we came up with to make this an actual scientific activity.

To test different bubble recipes to see which bubble solution works the best (floats the longest and makes the most bubbles in one “blow”).

• Homemade bubble solutions labeled Bubble Solution 1, Bubble Solution 2, etc.
• Bubble wands.
• Watch, phone, or another device that has a stopwatch.
• Bubble Science Experiment Chart.

Now that you have your supplies let’s begin.

• Dip the bubble wand in the first bubble solution.
• Place the wand in front of the fan that is blowing at low speed. This way, the bubbles are always blown with the same strength and consistency.
• Once the bubble wand is placed in front of the fan, begin the stopwatch and start counting bubbles. It would be best if you had a helper for this activity.
• Stop the stopwatch when the last bubble pops.
• Record the time on the BUBBLE SCIENCE CHART and approximately how many bubbles. I say “around how many bubbles” because it may be challenging to count them if many bubbles come out at once. Do the best you can.
• Repeat multiple times for each bubble solution and record the results. You can repeat the experiment as many times as you want and for as many bubble solutions as you wish. I put extra spaces to allow you to adjust the activity to fit your family’s needs.
• Once you have tested all your solutions, it is time to analyze your results!

Depending on your child’s age, you can analyze the results in different ways.

• If you have younger kiddos, look at the times and amount of bubbles and eyeball what solution lasted the longest and had the most bubbles MOST of the time.
• With older kids, you could have them calculate the averages of the times and bubble amounts.
• Compare the recipes by the ingredients and discuss which items you think helped the bubbles perform well.

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The Science of Bubbles

Now to make the project even more scientific, let’s look at some of the science behind bubbles. It is actually kind of interesting.

First off, we can make bubbles just by blowing in water. The air we blow out creates bubbles in the water molecules. We can make lots of bubbles that way. However, the bubbles pop pretty quickly, and they certainly don’t float off in the air. No fun.

If, however, we add dish soap to water, we get a better result.

Well, soap creates a film that can wrap around water and air, which is how we make bubbles. It is also why we use soap to remove dirt. The soap attaches to the dirt so it can be washed away.

Bubbles are formed when we blow air into the soapy solution. A soap film traps the air. As we blow, the soap expands, and because soap has elasticity, it stretches and expands to make the bubble bigger.

If you want to learn even more, check out the Science of bubbles at Science World. It is where I got my information. They go into a lot more detail and have diagrams, too.

So, each of the bubble recipes has slightly different ingredients. What is the purpose of each of the ingredients? Let me explain.

Sugar, glycerin, corn syrup, and corn starch – From all the information I found, all these ingredients keep bubbles from drying out. If the water evaporates too quickly in bubbles, they will pop. All of these ingredients slow down the evaporation, so the bubbles stick together longer.

Baking powder – Baking powder is used in baking because it releases carbon dioxide. In this chemical process, bubbles are released, making baked goods rise. I found that this creates a higher ph level and will then make your bubbles last longer too.

A cool thing to try is to test if one ingredient or different combinations of these ingredients work better. You have lots of options to try!

Phew, there are so many fun options with this bubble science experiment. Grab your ingredients, your Bubble Science Experiment Chart , the kids, and start experimenting! It will undoubtedly make for a fun afternoon.  

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