Are you looking for some Bubbles children’s books to use in your classroom that include literacy extension ideas? This list may be just what you are looking for!
The Bubbles is a wonderful theme and is filled with some exciting literacy experiences to explore. You may have had the opportunity to read some of these Bubbles books already, but hopefully some will be a new adventure for you and your kids. Whether you like or dislike Bubbles, try these engaging books and some of the extension activities suggested.
1. Big Bad Bubble by Adam Rubin
An ordinary bubble may seem pretty harmless to you. To the monsters of La La Land, however, a fragile, shimmering bubble is an object of terror. When the frightening habits of bubbles are detailed by a fear-mongering monster, Yerbert, Froofle, and Wumpus run away and cry.
But with encouragement from the narrator and readers, the three monsters learn to confront their fears and triumph over bubbles! An original, offbeat, and funny take on conquering fears.
Literacy Extensions:
- Bubbles Literature List
- Classroom Booklet: “All About Bubbles”
- Bubbles Counting
- My Bubbles Story: Student Worksheets
2. Curly’s Fun With Bubbles by Sherry Boddie
Curly’s Fun With Bubbles is a story that celebrates the simple things in life. It’s about a young boy and all the fun he has playing and creating memories while doing his favorite thing in the blow bubbles.
Literacy Extensions:
- “Our Favorite Bubbles Animals” Classroom Book
- “Bubbles Counting” Student Booklet
- Venn Diagram Comparing Soap Bubbles vs Gum Bubbles
- Bubbles Build a Two Addend Number Sentence
3. Bubbles Day by Ally Nathaniel
Bubbles, a four year old girl, loves bubbles. She loves watching them, she loves touching them and she wants to learn how to blow them all by herself. Do you think it’s easy? Will Bubbles be able to blow bubbles without any help?
Literacy Extensions:
- Classroom Book: “to Catch a Bubble”
- Bubbles Story Parts Worksheet
- Bubble Painting Art Project
- Bubbles Number & Ten Frame Match Game
4. Bath Time Bubbles by Margo LaMotta
I don’t know where your bubbles go. Maybe the ocean is where they flow. Baby Hippo loves bubbles during bath time. But where do all of those bubbles go?
Join Baby Hippo and Mama as they explore the depths of the ocean for his Bath Time Bubbles.
Literacy Extensions:
• Bubbles Literature List
• Bubbles Story Parts: Student Worksheet
• Bubbles Roll It! Read It! Short Vowels
• Bubbles Snake Creature Art Project
5. Bubble Trouble by Margaret Mahy
Another hilarious rhyming romp from the team who brought us the popular DOWN THE BACK OF THE CHAIR.
When little Mabel’s bubble gets away from her, it’s her baby brother who gets into trouble. Soon he’s floating out of the house, above the fence, and all over town! And it’s up to Mabel, Mother, and the rest of the townspeople to get him safely back down. Who knew that so much trouble could come from one little bubble?
Literacy Extensions:
- “All About Bubbles” Classroom Book
- Bubbles Story Sequencing Student Worksheet
- Bubbles Snake Art Project
- Bubbles Add & Subtract Match Game
6. Bubbles float, Bubbles Pop by Mark Weakland
What makes a bubble float? Are the bubbles in your soda the same as the bubbles in your tub? What makes bubbles pop? Discover the wonder and science of bubbles in Bubbles Float, Bubbles Pop.
Literacy Extensions:
- Bubbles Word Bank
- Bubbles Literature Retelling Organizer Student Page
- Bubbles Make a Short Vowel Word Game
- Bubbles Roll & Cover Math Games
7. Pop! A Book About Bubble by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Read and find out about the science behind bubbles in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book. What are bubbles made of? Why are they always round? Read and find out about the science behind soap bubbles and learn why bubbles always go POP! POP!
Blowing bubbles is a staple activity of preschool and kindergarten, and here we introduce a bit of science to go with this popular activity. This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It’s a Level 1 Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades.
Literacy Extensions:
- “Bubbles Senses” Student Booklet
- Bubbles Make a Short Vowel Word
- Bubbles Sight Word Games
- Bubbles Build 2 Addend Addition Number Sentences
8. How to Make Bubbles by Erika L. Shores
Have you ever wondered how bubbles are made? This book shows you how! Using simple materials and easy step-by-step instructions, young readers can explore the science behind this fun project.
Literacy Extensions:
- “If I Went to the Bubbles” Classroom Book
- Bubbles Letter & Sound Match Game
- Bubbles Build a Word
- Bubbles Numbers & Ten Frames Math Game
Finally, there are so many Bubbles children’s books you can choose from. From fiction to nonfiction, the list of Bubbles books is endless. Remember to pick the books that best fit the needs of your students or children and support your learning activities. Happy Reading!
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