Series Title: Reading Rainbow
Our world is shared with millions of micro-organisms. In this feature book they explain what germs are, how bacteria and viruses affect the human body, and how the body fights against them.
Using a microscope LeVar discovers what germs really look like and talks to lab scientists about germs, and habits that can keep us healthy. A visit to an organic farm illustrates how micro-organisms are important to growing food.
A CD-ROM and Family Literacy Kit are also available for this episode.
Author: Melvin Berger
Publisher: HarperCollins
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Use this episode to further enhance your curriculum.
Science Concepts: observation, documentation, comparison, use of microscope. measurement.
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Ideal for Grades: K -4
Duration: 30 minutes
Closed Captioned
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