Why do it?

Blowing bubbles is a very soothing activity, and can be a way for a child to become calm again.

It can be enjoyed inside and outside.

It’s a fun activity to do with groups of children.

How to do it

Bubble mix recipe

Mix together:

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons glycerine (from chemist)
  • 4 tablespoons dishwashing liquid.

Some people recommend keeping the mixture overnight before using it.

Use rings off milk bottles, with a peg for a handle, to make bubble blowers.

Experiment with other bubble blowers, such as pipe cleaners.

Using more te reo Māori

Mirumiru Bubbles
Wai Water
Hopiwē, hopi teretere Detergent
Porotaka Round, circular
Teretere To float
Toro(a) Reach out
Rere(a) Fly about
Pū(hia) Blow gently
Pārekareka Enjoyable, fun
Pahū Burst, pop
Oma Run
Peke Jump
Whai Chase
Hopu Catch
Kia tere Be quick
Kei te oma tere koe You are running fast
Ka taea e koe te hopu? Can you catch it?
Ka rawe Awesome
Ka mau te wehi! That's amazing!
Horoia ō ringaringa ināianei Wash your hands now