Raleigh/Clayton: Day Program Client Activity (Free Event): Glow-in-the-Dark Bubbles

Glow-in-the-Dark Bubbles Life Skills Activity
Materials
1 cup distilled water
1/4 cup clear dish soap
1/4 cup corn syrup
1–2 teaspoons non-toxic glow-in-the-dark paint or glow powder
Mixing bowl
Spoon
Measuring cups
Bubble wand
The recipe recommends gently mixing these ingredients and letting the solution rest before use.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Measure Water
Measure 1 cup water and pour into bowl.
Ask:
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“Is the cup full or empty?”
Skill: Measuring
Step 2: Add Soap
Measure 1/4 cup dish soap.
Pour into bowl.
Skill: Pouring and hand control
Step 3: Add Corn Syrup
Measure 1/4 cup corn syrup.
Add to bowl.
Skill: Following directions
Step 4: Add Glow Powder
Add 1–2 teaspoons glow powder or paint.
Ask:
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“What color do you see?”
Skill: Observation
Step 5: Stir Slowly
Mix gently with spoon.
Count together:
1…2…3…4…5…
Skill: Counting and patience
Step 6: Blow Bubbles
Dip wand.
Blow slowly.
Watch the bubbles.
Ask:
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“What do you notice?”
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“Are the bubbles big or small?”
Skill: Communication and descriptive language
Discussion Questions
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What ingredient did we add first?
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What ingredient made the bubbles glow?
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What happened when we blew through the wand?
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What was your favorite part?
Clean-Up Job Chart
Assign each participant a job:
Job
Task
Cleaner
Wipe table
Collector
Gather supplies
Washer
Wash bowl and spoon
Inspector
Check area for trash
Skill: Responsibility and workplace readiness