Disgusting Science

Just in case the title and revolting box illustrations don't clue you in, this Disgusting Science kit is not for the faint-of-heart grown-up -- but the kids will be delighted! In the interest of science, press on and discover with your child all the scientific mysteries of foot odor, the causes of gas-passing, and more yucky yet educational stuff.

Your child will scour the house for things to swab and 'plant' in the included petri dishes, from the toilet rim and door knobs to their own noses and toes, then wait to observe the resulting bacteria colonies. They'll have the pleasure of creating fake blood that coagulates, making an intestine complete with stink, and much more that they'll just love to share with you and see how much you can take.

The kit includes most of the ingredients and tools behind the nastiness:

• gelatin
• sugar
• guar gum
• sodium tetraborate
• baking yeast
• valerian root powder
• red food coloring
• 4 petri dishes
• 4 cotton swabs
• magnifying glass
• plastic 'zipper' bag
• rubber balloon
• and Activity Guide

You only need to supply a few common household ingredients like bread -- and the eager kids!

Ages 8 and up.