Outdoor Game: DIY Giant Bubbles Challenge

Perfect for: Gardens, parks, fields, or anywhere with space to run

Best for: Kids aged 3+ (mesmerizing for all ages, especially on a calm day)

Activity Description:

Create your own giant bubble wands and mix up homemade bubble solution to see who can blow the biggest, longest, or most beautiful bubbles. This outdoor game blends science, creativity, and magic—and gets everyone smiling!

How to Do It:

1. Make the Giant Bubble Mix

In a bucket or large bowl, combine:

• 6 cups of water
• 1 cup of dish soap (Dawn works best)
• 1/4 cup of corn syrup or glycerin (for longer-lasting bubbles)
• Gently stir and let sit for at least 30 minutes before use

2. Create Homemade Bubble Wands

• Use two sticks and cotton string tied in a loop to make giant wands
• Or bend a coat hanger or fly swatter into fun shapes
• For younger kids, use plastic straws taped together or hula hoops in a kiddie pool

3. Head Outside and Start Bubbling

• Dip the wands in the solution and slowly pull them through the air to form massive bubbles
• Encourage kids to run gently to let bubbles trail behind them
• Watch how wind changes the bubble shapes and direction

4. Make It a Bubble Contest

• Biggest Bubble
• Longest Lasting Bubble
• Most Creative Bubble Shape
• Bubble Ballet: Dance while keeping one bubble in the air as long as possible

5. Add Some Learning Fun

• Talk about surface tension and why bubbles form spheres
• Test different recipes and wand shapes to see what works best
• Ask: “Why do bubbles pop? What helps them last longer?”

6. Capture the Magic

• Take slow-motion videos or photos of the bubbles catching the sunlight
• Let kids draw a “bubble creature” inspired by the shapes they see
• Give out bubble-themed awards (like “Bubble Wizard” or “Master of Air”)

Bonus Tip:

Add food coloring or glitter to a separate mix for a “sparkle bubble show” (just be sure it’s safe and used in a wide-open area).

This joyful and easy outdoor game brings wonder, laughter, and science together—one floating bubble at a time. Type n whenever you want the next fresh idea!