Curated OER
Introductory Microbiology
Young scholars view a Reading Rainbow video on germs and discuss microbial diseases. They grow cultures of Staphylococcus aureus and then estimate and graph the count for their own bodies and those of the class.
Other
Ncagr: Bad Bug Book
A kids' version of the "bad bug" book. Staph is listed with a brief look at what foods are associated with this bacteria, what the symptoms are, how long it lasts and how to prevent it. Great for younger kids and good general info for...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Cellulitis
Cellulitis is an infection of the skin. It occurs most in places where the skin has been broken by a scrape or a bug bite. Read more about cellulitis, how it is treated, and how to avoid getting cellulitis.
Other
Virginia State Department of Agriculture/consumer Sciences: About Food Poisoning
This site about food poisoning discusses Staphylococcus Aureus - what it is, where the common sources of "staph" are, common symptoms, and what can be done to prevent contamination and infection.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Staphyloccus Aureus
KidsHealth provides some information related to staph bacteria. Read about what it is, the different types of infections it can cause, how it can be prevented, duration, and how it can be treated at home and professionally.
Texas A&M University
Texas A&m Agrilife Extension: Bacterial Food Poisoning
Article that discusses the most common causes of bacterial food poisoning; among these is Staphylococcus Aureus. Staph is discussed individually, with specific information. Also general info is given as to how to prevent bacterial...
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Facts About Cocci
Describes the characteristics of cocci bacteria, their shape, how they arrange themselves in pairs and groups, common forms of cocci, their method of reproduction, and types of cocci that cause diseases in humans. Includes examples of...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Signaling in Staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome
This is a five-question quiz relating to signaling in staphylococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Clindamycin Resistance in Staphylococcus Aureus
Read this passage and study the graphics to complete a five-question quiz related to the structure, growth, physiology and genetics of prokaryotes and viruses.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Infectious Diseases Cards: Staph Infection [Pdf]
A fact card on staph infections.
University of Arizona
University of Arizona: Staphylococcus Aureus
This site is provided for by the University of Arizona. Food safety, preparation, and storage tips - related to staphylococcus. A description of what it is and how you can prevent it during food preparation.