Children are always fascinated by bubble wrap. They enjoy the crunchy rustle as they squash it in their hands and the satisfying pop as they burst the individual sections.
You can capture this natural curiosity and turn it into a learning opportunity using these simple ideas. Obtain samples of wrap with both large and small bubbles. Remember, however, that all activities involving plastic sheeting should be carefully supervised.
Cut up some pieces of bubble wrap with large and small bubbles. You can float them on the water tray, then try to make them sink.
Cut out fish shapes from the bubble wrap and attach a paper clip to one end.
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