Did You Know?
Your throat helps you sing and shout!
What is the Epiglottis?
The epiglottis is a small flap. It closes when you swallow.
Why is the Throat Important?
Your throat helps you breathe and eat.
What throat Does
It helps you swallow food.
It helps you drink water.
It helps you breathe air.
It helps you make sounds.
It keeps food out of your lungs.
It has muscles that help move.
More About Throat
Your throat is very strong. It helps you with many things. When you talk, your throat makes sounds. When you eat, it helps you swallow. It is a big part of your body.
Every day, you use your throat. You eat food, drink water, and talk to friends. It works hard all the time. If you get sick, your throat may hurt.
Did you know? Some people can sing very high or low notes. They use their throat to make these sounds. Your throat is special and helps you every day!
