Did you know that the second week of March is National Bubble Week? Someone, somewhere, has determined that the second week in March is the week when we as a nation should all enjoy some bubbles. (Hmm… wonder if a bubble bath counts?!)
When I think of bubbles, a lot of happy childhood memories come flooding back. Bubbles are such simple things, but they make for a few minutes or even many hours of delighted squeals and happy smiles. Bubbles are usually a “together” activity between the adult who can’t blow fast enough and the child who makes herself nearly dizzy trying to chase and catch all of the bubbles before they pop on the ground.
You know, bubbles are a lot like music. Music makes memories too, because it brings families together. That togetherness is what warms my heart most as a Kindermusik educator. I freely admit that I often find tears pricking my eyes as I observe parents and children in class bonding together and enjoying precious time with each other. And then what’s really great is hearing how the music doesn’t stop once class is over; it goes home — soothing, delighting, engaging, entertaining, giving, and making a difference in all the important ways.
So… whether you celebrate National Bubble Week or not, I hope you’ll be reminded of the simple joys in life — music, together time with your child, and oh yes, bubbles.
Go ahead, celebrate! Click here for a simple, easy recipe for homemade bubbles.
Colored Bubbles
1 cup granulated soap or soap powder (Ivory Soap powder)
1 quart warm water
Liquid food coloring
Dissolve the soap in warm water then stir in a few drops of food coloring
More ideas: http://www.tooter4kids.com/Bubbles/Activities_Recipes.htm
Originally written by Molly McGinn for Kindermusik International