Innovative Learning Solutions

Create wacky foam snakes by blowing air through this simple, homemade bubble-making device.

Another gem from Family Fun that you can extend the science learning by asking the kids some follow up questions – and no, you don’t have to know the answers – you can suggest where to look to find the answers – whether it’s a google search, a science book or someone you know!

CRAFT MATERIALS:
Scissors 
Plastic water bottle 
Used towel 
Rubber band 
Shallow bowl 
Dish soap 

Time needed: 30 Minutes or Less

1. Cut the bottom off a plastic water bottle.

2. Cover the open end with a circular piece of towel that’s a few inches wider than the bottle. Secure the towel with a rubber band.

3. Dampen the towel with water, then dip it into a shallow bowl of dish soap. Blow gently through the mouth of the bottle to create snakes of tiny bubbles.
Supervise younger children to make sure they do not suck in any soap bubbles.