Lesson Plan

Germ Science Starter

Students will identify what germs are, understand how they spread, and demonstrate proper handwashing steps to reduce germ transmission through engaging activities and myth-busting quizzes.

Good hand hygiene prevents illness and keeps our class healthy. This lesson builds science understanding of germs and empowers students with lifelong hygiene habits.

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Prepare Materials and Review Resources

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Germ Myths Quiz

5 minutes

Step 2

Introduction: What Are Germs?

7 minutes

Step 3

Activity: Glitter Germ Experiment

15 minutes

Step 4

Discussion: How to Stop Germs

5 minutes

Step 5

Cool-Down & Promise

5 minutes

Step 6

Assessment: Exit Ticket

3 minutes

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Invisible Invaders

What Are Germs?

Types of Germs

Where Germs Live

How Germs Spread

Why We Can’t See Germs

Up Next: Glitter Germ Experiment

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Warm Up

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Activity

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Cool Down

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Why Wash?

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