This lesson helps students have a better understanding of how easy it is for a virus to spread. We will discuss different ways to protect ourselves and stay healthy as well as focus on the importance of handwashing.
Students will come in contact with Glo Germ gel and hand sanitizer. Please make sure that we are aware of any student that shouldn’t participate because of health/skin sensitivity/allergy issues. (Most appropriate for grade levels 3-5.)
Science Standards:
5.LS.1: Organisms perform a variety of roles in an ecosystem.
Please see the Nature of Science document on our Lesson Standards page.
STEM Emerging Technology Connections:
The "Virus Invasion" lesson highlights the crucial role of Biotechnology in combating viral threats, a key concern for the DoD. By showcasing the work of biotechnology engineers and epidemiologists in developing vaccines, the lesson directly connects to the DoD's interest in medical countermeasures and biodefense. The simplified virus spread activity further emphasizes the importance of hygiene and disease prevention, which are essential for maintaining military readiness and protecting populations from biological threats.