The Bubble Show

Bubbles, Bubbles, Science and Bubbles!

A brief summary

Discover the mystery of gases and delight in the unexpected behaviour of bubbles that float and sink, grow or shrink, burn and even explode! The Bubble Show was originally developed by Dr Mike Coles - a legend in hands-on chemistry education - and our Chemistry shows continue to be supported by the Royal Society of Chemistry.

These shows don’t use the Dome and involve exciting chemistry. More details of timing, capacity and curriculum links are below.

Scientific Enquiry

We want to stimulate curiosity in science for all, regardless of age, gender, background or ability. Our science shows:

  • Allow for questions to share interests and explore ideas
  • Treat every child as unique, supporting personal development
  • Promote observation, prediction and exploration
  • Encourage imagination, creative and critical thinking
  • Support and enhance the Curriculum across subject areas

The Bubble Show


EYFS

Foundation Stage - ages 3-4

Delight in the fun and unexpected behaviour of bubbles! Explore colourful bubbles, wobbly bubbles, clouds in bubbles, and fiery bubbles!

  • Duration: 45 mins
  • Curriculum Links
  • Capacity: ~60 children + adults

KS1

Key Stage One - ages 5-7

Delight in the fun and unexpected behaviour of bubbles! Explore colourful bubbles, wobbly bubbles, clouds in bubbles, and fiery bubbles! Discover why bubbles are lazy but strong, and how much puff it takes to stop them falling from the sky.

  • Duration: ~45 mins
  • Curriculum Links
  • Capacity: ~60 children + adults

KS2

Key Stage Two - ages 7-11

Investigate the mystery of gases by making bubbles that float and sink, grow and shrink, burn and explode. Find out just how tough bubbles can be, and how a bubble can sometimes be indecisive!

  • Duration: ~45 mins
  • Curriculum Links
  • Capacity: ~60 children + adults

KS3

Key Stage Three - ages 11-14

Unravel the mystery of gases and diffusion and consider the properties of water, detergents and the soap film... and what happens when bubbles are filled with an explosive mixture of gases!

  • Duration: ~50 mins
  • Curriculum Links
  • Capacity: ~60 students + adults

KS4+

Key Stage Four - ages 14-16+

Investigate the mystery of gases enscapsulated within our bubbles and delve deeper into discussion of the properties of water, detergents, the soap film and osmosis.

  • Duration: ~50 mins
  • Curriculum Links
  • Capacity: ~60 students + adults

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