Select a safe and open space, free from obstacles.
Gather a variety of bubble wands and a container of bubble solution.
Position the Helper about 3 feet in front of the Participant.
2. Demonstrate:
The Helper blows bubbles into the air, showing how they float and land.
Encourage the Participant to observe the bubbles and demonstrate how to pop them using their hands, fingers, or feet.
3. Activity Steps:
Step 1: Popping Bubbles with Hands or Fingers
– The Helper blows bubbles above, to both sides, and in front of the Participant.
– The Participant reaches out to pop the bubbles using their hand or finger.
Step 2: Stomping Bubbles
– The Helper blows bubbles closer to the ground.
– The Participant uses their feet to stomp and pop the bubbles.
Step 3: Counting Bubbles
– The Helper blows a small group of bubbles.
– The Participant counts how many bubbles they can pop.
4. Repetitions:
Perform each step for 2-3 minutes or until the Participant is ready to move to the next step.
Adjust the duration based on the Participant’s energy and interest.
Tips for Success:
Use positive reinforcement like “Great job popping those bubbles!” to keep the Participant motivated.
Experiment with different bubble wands to create bubbles of various sizes.
Adjust the pace of blowing bubbles to match the Participant’s reaction time.
If the Participant struggles to pop bubbles, gently guide their hand or foot to a bubble.
