What is it about bubbles?

Something about them makes us want to stop, stare, marvel, pop, and play—whether we’re two, 12, or 60.

One thing that makes bubbles so special is the fact that they’re temporary—they float through their course before they pop and vanish. At Chicago Children’s Museum, we believe there’s a powerful lesson there—for our littles, and for us. And that powerful lesson is simple:

Everything is in flux, and change is totally okay.

Bubbles are safe, fun way for your kiddos to engage with what’s temporary, and how to handle the changes that pop up in life.

So bust out your dish soap, old wire hangers, bubble wands, or whatever else you have around the house and check out some of the resources below. We’ve even found the perfect instrumental, relaxing playlist to calm your senses while you watch your bubbles expand and float away.

Because who couldn’t use a little help dealing with constant change about now?

To Do: Chicago Children’s Museum At Home Activities & Resources

Mindful Bubbles With Liz

Tabletop Bubbleologist

Scrub-a-dub

To Explore: CCM Friends & Family Content

Bubbles are beneficial for all ages, from babies all the way to adulthood, supporting all developmental areas. This is one simple material with many possible ways of exploring it, truly connecting play and learning, and it is accessible to all!

The Bubble Game

The Science Behind Bubbles

The Benefits of Bubble Play

How Nature Works, In Stunning Psychedelic Illustrations

The Mesmerizing Formation of Hydrogen Bubbles Captured in Ultra Slow Motion

Change can make both children and adults anxious and unfocused, and bubbles aren’t the only playful resource parents and caregivers have in their toolboxes! Fidget toys help keep our hands busy and that action helps calm the mind and nervous system. Keep them around the house for any time you feel stressed! Making your own fidget toys is very easy and affordable, pick one that best suits particular ages!

DIY Fidget Toys for Kids

11 DIY Fidgets You Can Make on a Budget