Middle School Science
Middle School science.com: Spore Print Lab
Using this lab experiment site, your students can identify the parts of a mushroom, observe the spores released from different types of mushrooms, and understand the way fungi reproduce.
University of Guelph
Introduction to Invertebrate Biodiversity: Fungi
Find out more about fungi when you check out this comprehensive site. This resource provides an introduction and information on morphology, reproduction and the importance of fungi. Don't miss out on this fascinating source.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Protist
Wikipedia provides information on the biological kingdom protista, including a list of different divisions of the kingdom.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Microbes: Fungi and Algae: Lesson 1
This lesson explains the existence and importance fungi and algae. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Microbes: Fungi and Algae."
Biology 4 kids
Biology4 Kids: Quiz: Microorganisms
Take this ten-question review quiz over microorganisms. Read more about each question after an incorrect answer is given.
Biology 4 kids
Biology4 Kids: Quiz: Fungi
Take this ten-question review quiz over the microorganism, fungi. Read more about each question after an incorrect answer is given.
Other
Perspective Periodicals: The Fungus Kingdom: Lichens
Lichens are one of the most fascinating organisms on this planet. If fact, they are actually composed of two organisms - a fungus and algae. Find out all the amazing facts about this interesting organism.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Barriers to Pathogens
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In the following tutorial you will learn about the barriers that keep most pathogens out of the human body.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Fungi Reproduction
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers asexual and sexual reproduction of fungi.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Fungi Structure
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of structures of fungi.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Beatrix Potter
Beatrix Potter may be a familiar name in children's literature, but what a lot do not know is that she is a notable woman of science as well. Find out in this short biography.
Curated OER
Kidshealth: What Are Germs?
This web site that gives good explanations of what germs are and what they do. You can learn how to protect yourself from them here as well.
Wisc-Online
Wisc Online: Earth Science: Tree Health Care
Answer review questions about taking care of trees, and advance for the win!
Curated OER
Kids Health: What Are Germs? (Spanish)
A friendly web site that gives good explanations of what germs are and what they do. You can learn how to protect yourself from them here as well.
Read Works
Read Works: Meet the Microbes
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about different types of microbes including: viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protozoa. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Fungi Classification
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Scientists used to think that fungi were members of the plant kingdom. They thought this because fungi had several similarities to plants. However, there are a...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Symbiotic Relationships of Fungi
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Fungi don't live in isolation. They often interact with other species. In fact, fungi can be dependent on another organism for survival. When two species live close...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Fungi
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Ever notice blue-green mold growing on a loaf of bread? Do you like your pizza with mushrooms? Has a physician ever prescribed an antibiotic for you? Learn more...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Fungi and Human Disease
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of human diseases caused by fungi.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: How Fungi Eat
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how fungi obtain nutrients.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Fungi Reproduction
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Different fungi reproduce in different ways. Many fungi reproduce both sexually and asexually. However, some reproduce only sexually and some only asexually. Asexual...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Microbes: Fungi and Algae
An introduction to the essential characteristics of the microbes fungi and algae.
Healthline Media
Medical News Today: Articles: Biology: What Is Fungus? What Are Fungi?
Explore how fungus reproduce, where they live, and how they feed. Also learn their structure and how they are classified.
Healthline Media
Medical News Today: What Is Ringworm?
Learn out about ringworm, a fungal infection which affects humans. Find out about the causes, risks, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.