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Germs and You!

A third-grade science worksheet about germs, how they spread, and how to prevent their spread.

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Germs and You!

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Germs are tiny living things that can make us sick. They are so small that you can only see them with a microscope!

Bacteria growth under the microscope

1. What are germs?

a

Tiny plants

b

Tiny living things that can make you sick

c

Large animals

d

Parts of a car

2. How can we see germs?

a

With our eyes

b

With a magnifying glass

c

With a telescope

d

With a microscope

3. Germs can spread when we   or  .

4. Washing our hands with   and water helps get rid of germs.

5. It's okay to share your toothbrush with a friend.

T

True

F

False

6. Covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze helps stop germs from spreading.

T

True

F

False

7. Name two ways you can help prevent the spread of germs.

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

microscope
soap
sneeze
wash

8. You need a   to see germs.

9. Remember to   your hands often.