Curious Minds

"A scab may look REALLY gross, but it's actually really important!! When you get a cut or scrape, special cells in your blood stream called platelets work quickly to seal up the injury and keep out germs. A mixture of dead skin, red blood cells, platelets and dead white blood cells mix together to form a patch over the wound?this the scab you see on your body! Scabs are essential to the body being able to heal itself?but did you know that when you pick them off, your body has to work twice as hard to make a new one? Give your body a break and resist the temptation! And give yourself a break and get this great kit that not only helps you make your own scab, but teaches you about the science behind the importance of farting!! Did you know that burps and farts are very similar? The only really difference is that burps are gases that have traveled through your esophagus and farts have traveled through your intestines! Jokes and fun facts included in the instructions on both scabs and farts make this kit a worthwhile investment in your child's playtime and learning time!!

Contents:

-whoopee cushion
-sodium bicarbonate (2oz.)
-citric acid (2oz.)
-valerian root (.5oz)
-clear gelatin (1oz.)
-corn syrup (1.5oz)
-white glue (1.5oz)
-red coloring (.25oz)
-plastic spoon
-wood mixing stick
-plastic cup
-illustrated instructions

CAUTION: This set contains chemicals that may be harmful if misused. Read directions on individual containers carefully. Not to be used by children except under adult supervision. Recommended for children 8 years old and up."