Children will love creating their own unique soaps! We did this activity with a ten year old and she loved it!
Supplies
- Soap molds or silicone ice cube trays (we like silicone the best because the soaps easily pop out)
- Package of glycerin soap cubes
- Glass measuring cup
- Optional: food colouring, dried flowers and herbs, grated orange and lemon zest, essential oils, cinnamon, oats etc
Instructions
- Place a few of the glycerin soap cubes in measuring cup and heat until melted in the microwave (start with medium heat for 20 seconds).
- Add your extras (colour, scent, dried herbs).
- Dried herbs can also be added directly to the mold and then you pour the soap over top.
- Pour your melted soap into the mold and allow to harden.
- Rinse your measuring cup with hot water and repeat for each concoction.
Note:
This activity is hot! We recommend making soap with older children who are able to safely follow instructions.
Skills
- Following instructions
- Science
- Measurement
- Creative
- Social emotional skills when done together
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