Balloon lung model supply list for kids
For classroom groups building a basic breathing model. Adult help is needed to cut plastic bottles before students assemble the model.
What to buy
Clear plastic bottles
1 per group
Small latex balloons
2 per group
Large latex balloons
1 per group
Plastic drinking straws
2 per group
Modeling clay
1 tub
Clear tape
1 roll
Rubber bands
2 per group
Scissors
1 pair per group
Permanent markers
1 per group
Lung diagram printouts
1 per student
Pencils
1 per student
Who this list is for
Classroom groups building a basic breathing model can use this balloon lung model supply list. Adult help is required to cut the clear plastic bottles before students assemble their models.
How to use this list
Prepare the bottles first with adult assistance. Each group then needs a clear plastic bottle, two small latex balloons, one large latex balloon, two plastic drinking straws, modeling clay, clear tape, and rubber bands. Students can follow the lung diagram printouts, use permanent markers to label their model, and record labels or observations with pencils.
Common mistakes
Do not give students uncut bottles if cutting is part of the setup. Check that each group receives small balloons as well as a large balloon; they serve different parts of the model. Avoid treating the model as a complete representation of breathing. Keep scissors shared by group and use them only as directed.
What is on this list
The list calls for one clear plastic bottle per group, two small latex balloons per group, one large latex balloon per group, and two plastic drinking straws per group. It also includes modeling clay, clear tape, two rubber bands per group, scissors, permanent markers, lung diagram printouts, and pencils. Cross off tape, pencils, or scissors already in the classroom.
Before you go
Count materials by group and have an adult cut bottles before the assembly period. Print one lung diagram for each student and set out a safe place for the safety supplies and small parts. At the end, collect balloon scraps and store any unused materials together.
FAQ
Who is "Balloon lung model supply list for kids" for?
Classroom groups building a basic breathing model can use this balloon lung model supply list. Adult help is required to cut the clear plastic bottles before students assemble their models.
How should I use "Balloon lung model supply list for kids"?
Prepare the bottles first with adult assistance. Each group then needs a clear plastic bottle, two small latex balloons, one large latex balloon, two plastic drinking straws, modeling clay, clear tape, and rubber bands. Students can follow the lung diagram printouts, use permanent markers to label their model, and record labels or observations with pencils.
What should I skip or avoid with "Balloon lung model supply list for kids"?
Do not give students uncut bottles if cutting is part of the setup. Check that each group receives small balloons as well as a large balloon; they serve different parts of the model. Avoid treating the model as a complete representation of breathing. Keep scissors shared by group and use them only as directed.
What is on the "Balloon lung model supply list for kids" list?
The list calls for one clear plastic bottle per group, two small latex balloons per group, one large latex balloon per group, and two plastic drinking straws per group. It also includes modeling clay, clear tape, two rubber bands per group, scissors, permanent markers, lung diagram printouts, and pencils. Cross off tape, pencils, or scissors already in the…
What should I do before I go?
Count materials by group and have an adult cut bottles before the assembly period. Print one lung diagram for each student and set out a safe place for the safety supplies and small parts. At the end, collect balloon scraps and store any unused materials together.
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