A bubble is made of air trapped in a soapy film. The soap mixture that holds the air has three very thin layers—soap, water and another layer of soap. This “bubble sandwich” is called a soap film. All these layers work together to hold the air inside.

Bubbles are an easy way to introduce sensory play to your child. They can see the iridescent colors of the bubble. They can feel them as they pop on their hands and bodies. Asking what they see and feel will help children learn how to communicate what they are experiencing.