Want a science activity that is revolting, hilarious and strangely educational? This edible poo idea is guaranteed to get children giggling while sparking curiosity about the science of the human body, digestion and all things disgusting. It comes from one of our most plop-ular issues of Whizz Pop Bang, and it is perfect for families who love hands-on science fun at home.
All You Need
You’ll probably find everything you need for this disgustingly realistic recipe in your kitchen (or in any supermarket):
100 g milk chocolate
1 dessert spoon of golden syrup
3 digestive biscuits
1 dessert spoon of raisins
What You Do
- Break the chocolate into the bowl and drizzle the syrup over it.
- Finely crush the biscuits.
- Ask an adult to microwave the chocolate for 30-60 seconds until melted.
- Mix in the biscuit crumbs and raisins. If the mixture is too dry, add more syrup or microwave for ten more seconds.
- When cool enough to handle, roll the mixture into two or three sausage shapes.
Watch Our Edible Poo Video
Here’s our seriously silly edible poo activity in action. This video shows how to make your own deliciously disgusting pretend poo using crushed biscuits and other simple kitchen ingredients.
Why Kids Love This Gross Science Activity
There is something about gross science that children absolutely love. Slime, snot, burps, bogies and poo all have a magical ability to make young scientists laugh while drawing them into real scientific ideas.
This edible poo activity is fun because it combines:
- hands-on making
- familiar kitchen ingredients
- disgusting humour
- body science
- screen-free learning
It is a brilliant way to turn curiosity, mess and laughter into a memorable science moment at home.
What is the Science of Disgust?
Did people find your edible poo disgusting? Disgust is an emotion that can be changed by knowledge and experience. People who thought it was a real poo found it disgusting, but you make it and knew it wasn’t real. Did you find it disgusting?
The Science of Poo Can Be Surprisingly Interesting
Poo might seem silly, but it is also a great gateway into learning about digestion, food, the human body and how waste leaves the body. Activities like this can help children feel more comfortable talking about body science while making learning playful and approachable.
If your child enjoys asking rude questions, finding facts about digestion hilarious or discovering how the body works, this is exactly the kind of science activity that keeps them engaged.
More Gross Science Fun from Whizz Pop Bang
This edible poo activity comes from one of our gloriously gross issues of Whizz Pop Bang, the world’s most awesomely amazing kids’ science magazine. Every issue is packed with hands-on experiments, astonishing facts, science news, puzzles and screen-free fun for curious children.
With no plastic toys, no adverts and plenty of real science, Whizz Pop Bang is designed to spark big questions and inspire a lifelong love of discovery. From experiments at home to interviews with real scientists, it helps girls and boys explore how the world works – and imagine what they might one day discover for themselves.
If your child loves disgusting science, brilliant facts and hands-on activities, Whizz Pop Bang is full of more where this came from. Subscribe today to begin your child’s next science adventure.
Frequently asked questions
What is edible poo?
Edible poo is a funny food-based activity made to look disgusting while helping children enjoy hands-on science fun.
Is edible poo a good science activity for kids?
Yes, it is a fun way to encourage curiosity about digestion, the human body and kitchen science.
What age is this gross science activity suitable for?
It works best for children who enjoy simple hands-on activities and silly science, with adult supervision as needed. It’s ideal for ages 6 to 12, but we think anyone of any age can enjoy this activity!
Where can I find more gross science activities for kids?
You can find more hands-on science fun in Whizz Pop Bang magazine.
