Since my youngest was old enough to move, and kick his hands and feet, bath time has been his absolute, all-time favorite part of any day. As he’s aged and grown, this hasn’t changed a bit. Partly because of that, and because clean-up is easier, we do a lot of crafts and activities in the tub around bath time. A glow in the dark bath was definitely on my to-do list. This was a huge hit with the boy. So much so, that he built up an entire back story about how he was exploring in space and had found this plant on his rocket ship. It was a ‘blast’ (pun intended). Simple to do, easy to clean up, and provides endless, thought-provoking entertainment. My son’s ‘glowing’ reactions were confirmation enough that this activity was a total success.
Glow In The Dark Bath-time
- 1-2 yellow highlighters (I bought a 3-pack at the Dollar Tree)
- black light
- bathwater
Directions
- Break open the yellow highlighter, removing the cylinder ink pad.
- Soak the ink pad, or pads, in bath water for about an hour, or until the pad loses its color.
- Note: You can dilute this A LOT and it will still glow; however, the more water you’re trying to color, the longer it may take the ink to disperse evenly throughout.
- To activate the ‘glow’, aim your black light at wherever the water is located and turn it on.
- Prepare to watch your children’s amazement!
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