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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Microfriends: Medicines from the Deep Sea

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explore the concept of beneficial microorganisms. In this microorganisms lesson, students observe different bacteria found in organisms  Students discuss and describe three ways that microorganisms benefit humans. 
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Handout
Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Digital Learning Center for Microbial Ecology: Microbe Zoo

For Students 4th - 9th
Discover the functions and health effects of various microbes as you explore different environments in the Microbe Zoo: DirtLand, Animal Pavilion, Snack Bar, Space Adventure, and Water World.