This collections supports the House of Science resource kit Mighty Microbes. https://houseofscience.nz

Resources are grouped according to the kit's student activities. Please refer to the notes for the science ideas and concepts that underlie the activities.

The topics covered in the HoS kit include:

  • Microbes and where to find them
  • How small is a microbe? (Size and scale activity)
  • Spread of microbes via coughing and sneezing
  • Handwashing
  • Microbes and Food (yeast & yoghurt)
  • Human Microbiome
  • Normal Flora

Use this image to start a discussion with students about how microbes can be spread.

Looking back to how it used to be and how science discovers by observation and improves practice over time.

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How do other animals use microbes in their digestive systems?