The Human Body: The Digestive System

The digestive system is very important. It allows our body to break down what we eat in order to absorb and use the nutrients we need to thrive.

This film teaches us which organs are involved in the digestive system. We follow the winding road our food takes from the mouth to the rectum, and explore concepts like the esophagus, sphincter muscles, and chemical breakdown.

How long does it take for food to reach the stomach? What do the intestinal villi do? And what kind of digestive issues may arise? Let’s find out!

Subject: Biology
Targeted Grade Levels: 6–9
Run Time: 15 minutes