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Handout
Other

Schools History: Louis Pasteur

For Students 3rd - 8th
A brief discussion of Pasteur's theory that germs in the air were the cause of disease rather than the result of disease.
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Handout
Other

State of New Jersey Dept. Of Health: Shigellosis [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Everything you need to know about shigellosis from causes to treatment and prevention. Very informative.
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Interactive
Other

Disease Detectives: Microbe Dance

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive game in which learners identify one of four germs that cause disease, decide which method to use to treat the disease, then decide the best way to avoid the disease. If you win, get ready to do the microbe dance.
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Lesson Plan
HotChalk

Hot Chalk: Lesson Plans Page: Glitter Germs

For Teachers K - 1st
This lesson plan is designed to give young students a concrete demonstration as to why they should wash their hands with soap and warm water so they will understand that germs are smaller than the eye can see.
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Interactive
Other

Let's Find the Germs!

For Students 3rd - 5th
Game that lets you locate germs that might be commonly found on your hand. Appropriate for ages 9 and above. Includes symptoms and tips for prevention.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Germs

For Students Pre-K - 1st
germs
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Graphic
Curated OER

Germs

For Students Pre-K - 1st
germs