Snotty Nose

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Our bodies produce snot, or mucus, that we blow from our noses. In this activity, learners will create a model of how snot works and will explore how it keeps our bodies healthy. While messy, this model using a small broom or brush and simulated snot does a good job to show learners the importance of mucus in protecting our lungs. Step-by-step instructions are included with photos. Activity guide includes a "What's going on?" explanation and connections to relevant science concepts like cilia, nose anatomy & function, and how mucus prevents sickness.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
Age Range:
Ages 8 - adult
Resource Types:
Activity, Model
Language:
English

Materials List ()

  • Small broom or dust brush
  • Large pan of bowl
  • Approximately 250 mL (1 cup) of sand
  • 2 gelatin packets
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • 125 mL (¼ cup) of hot water
  • 25 mL (¼ cup) of corn syrup
  • Green or yellow food coloring (optional)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Life Sciences
    • Human Body
      • Health and Nutrition
      • Respiration
      • Immune System

Audience

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

This resource is part of:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

Source Collection

  • DIY Science Apps

Rights:

  • , The Regents of the University of California, 2015

Funding Source:

  • National Institutes of Health Science Education Partnership Award, 5R25OD010543-02.