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Keeping kids entertained on snow days just got a lot more interesting\u2014and we\u2019re not just talking about mixing up ice cream<\/a> in freezing temperatures. Some families are using the icy weather as an opportunity to conduct science experiments. One especially mesmerizing activity? Freezing bubbles with your kids to demonstrate how ice crystals form in the winter. (Yes, it\u2019s just as enchanting as it sounds.)<\/p>\n Inspired by a TikTok video from @KiwiCo_inc<\/a>, parents are combining simple household ingredients to create a solution that freezes right before your eyes. Set against the backdrop of a rising sun, the viral TikTok video\u2014prompted by the viral 2022 trend<\/a>\u2014showcases the beauty of this moment in action. As the frozen bubble form, hundreds of tiny ice crystals simultaneously spread and freeze across the surface.<\/p>\n \u201cIt works so well! just posted a video of mine! current temp 1 degree,\u201d one person wrote in the comments section. \u201cIt\u2019s sooo cold in Minnesota this weekend \u2013 can\u2019t wait to try this with my kiddos!!\u201d another commenter wrote.<\/p>\n The magical moment isn\u2019t a one-off phenomenon. Recreating the frozen bubble experiment is just as easy as stirring up bubble solution with your kids for backyard barbecues or park days\u2014as long as you get the mixture just right. But once you do, the final creation is cooler than any snow globe.<\/p>\n As any child with a bubble wand and a boatload of enthusiasm will tell you, bubbles pop\u2014often. To ensure you and your little ones get to see this natural phenomenon in action, it\u2019s important to follow the tried-and-true recipe for the frozen bubble solution.<\/p>\n From start to finish, the bubble freezing process is kid-friendly. In a small container, stir together a cup of warm water, 2 \u00bd tablespoons of corn syrup, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 2 \u00bd tablespoons of dish soap.<\/p>\n If you don\u2019t have corn syrup stocked in your pantry, don\u2019t worry. KiwiCo\u2019s recipe recommends including the corn syrup to help the surface of the bubble stay intact longer, but several commenters say you can skip it altogether. Others suggest replacing the syrup with equal parts glycerin or slightly more soap or sugar. Depending on the exact climate in your area, you may have to play around with the measurements to create a solution that\u2019s just right.<\/p>\n Once the bubbles form, the crystals should create beautiful, feather-like patterns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n Note: Parents in the comments section don\u2019t recommend using store-bought bubble mix for this experiment. Bubbles blown with the soapy solution are usually too thin and fragile to withstand the cold, which means no ice crystals. For the best results, start with the base recipe and adjust the measurements as needed.<\/p>\n For younger children, the mixing process may be easier if you pre-measure the ingredients. The final solution should be thin and slightly foamy. Before stepping outside, you and your little ones can also practice blowing bubbles indoors to make sure they\u2019re ready to test.<\/p>\n This is where it gets tricky. While you don\u2019t need to have any actual snow on the ground for this experiment to work, the temperature outside<\/a> should ideally be below 20\u00ba F. That may mean keeping babies indoors and making sure any children outside are safely bundled up.<\/p>\nCreating the perfect frozen bubble<\/strong>
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