# Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch? – Biology & Immune System for Kids

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Podcast: [STEM with Dr. Owl](https://stenobird.com/podcast/stem-with-dr-owl-7266345)
Published: 2026-05-25T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Discover how your body’s amazing immune system defends itself against tiny insects using a chemical superpower called histamine! Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy the Robot as they explore the science behind mosquito saliva, blood vessels, and why ice is the ultimate secret weapon against the itch. Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: LS1.A – Structure and Function

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