Chapter 3. Bubbles in the Bath: How to Make Bathing an Enjoyable Game
For many children, bathing can be a source of irritation if it only involves cleaning and performing chores. However, if you approach this process correctly, bathing can be an enjoyable and fun experience. In this article, we'll look at a few ways to turn bath time into play with bubbles and water toys.
Soap foam game
One of the most favorite games for children while bathing is playing with soap foam. To create foam, you can use special soap dishes or simply pour a little liquid soap into water and stir. Children love to scoop foam into their hands and blow bubbles, as well as cut out and shape fun foam shapes.
Aquarium in the bathroom
Buy small floating toys for your child and create your own aquarium in the bathroom. A child can play with toys, arrange races for them and come up with different stories.
Whistle-squeal
Children love to play with water, splashing it around. Have your child compete to see who can create the biggest cloud of water, or who can create the most bubbles.
Magic games with water
Invite your child to play the sink or swim game. Take several different objects, such as a ball, a cube, a doll, and ask your child to guess whether the object will sink or float in the water.
Basketball
Hang a hoop on the wall and let your child play basketball with a water ball. This is a great way to entertain your child and develop his motor skills.
Music in the bathroom
Play your child's favorite music and let him sing and dance in the water. This is a great way to relieve stress and relax while swimming.
Lullaby in the bath
If your baby doesn't want to fall asleep, try putting him to sleep during a bath while playing lullaby music. The gentle waves of water can help soothe your baby and help you fall asleep faster.
Shower time
If your child is older and prefers showers, encourage him to adjust the temperature and water pressure to create a pleasant and relaxing environment. You can use scented candles or essential oils for this.
Clean the bathroom
Involve your child in cleaning the bathroom. Offer to help him clean the bathtub, sink, and other surfaces. The child can use special brushes and sponges for washing, and also learn to remove traces of dirt and stains.
Toy bath
For small children, you can create a special bath for toys. Place colorful balls, dolls and other toys in it so that your child can play with them during bath time.
Wash your nose, wash your feet
For young children, you can come up with a game related to washing their nose and feet. Have your child wash their nose and feet using special soap. This will not only help cleanse the skin, but also develop motor skills and coordination.
Bubble
Soap bubbles are great fun for children while bathing. Use a special soap solution or simply dilute liquid soap in water to create lather. Children can play with bubbles, catch them and even try to make the biggest bubbles.
Hit the target
Draw several targets of different sizes on paper and hang them on the wall in the bathroom. Ask your child to hit targets using different toys or balls.
Practical knowledge
While bathing, you can teach your child various practical skills, for example, teaching him to wash himself, teaching hygiene rules, or even teaching anatomy lessons, explaining how the human body works.
Cute sponge
Buy a cute animal or fruit sponge for your child. Not only will this make bath time more fun, but it will also help your baby clean himself better.
Cruise
Tell your child about the life of sea animals and offer him a game related to sea adventures. A child can play as a ship captain, explore the underwater world and even try to catch a fish.
From empty to empty
The game "from empty to empty" will help develop imagination and logical thinking. Encourage your child to use different objects to create something new, such as a boat out of an empty champagne bottle or a castle out of soap bubbles.
Doll bath
For girls, you can create a special bath for the doll. Place a doll and various accessories in it so that the child can play with the doll while bathing.
Children's Corner
Create a special corner in the bathroom for children where they can store their toys and play while bathing. This will help children feel