Science - Modelling the Digestive System

 Today we had great fun modelling the digestive system. We used a range of equipment, including a plastic bag, tights, and glassware, along with water (saliva), orange juice (stomach acid) and weetabix (food) to  model what happens from mouth to anus. We made a huge amount of mess but had so much fun - and it really helped improve out understanding of what each organ does and its role in digestion!









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