e-Bug: Key Stage 2 (7-11 years old)

Understand that bacteria, viruses, and fungi are three main types of microbes
Understand that microbes are found everywhere
Understand that microbes come in different shapes and sizes and are too small to be seen by the naked eye
Understand that microbes can be beneficial, harmful, or both
Understand that some microbes can help keep us healthy
Understand that some microbes can be put to good use
Know that microbes grow at different rates depending on their environments
Understand that sometimes microbes can make us ill
Understand that harmful microbes can pass from person to person
Understand that not all illnesses are caused by harmful microbes
Understand that infection can be spread through unclean hands
Understand that handwashing can prevent the spread of infection
Understand when and how to wash hands
Understand why we should use soap to wash our hands
Understand that washing our hands is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of microbes
Understand that infection can spread through coughs and sneezes
Understand that covering your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough, or sneeze helps prevent the spread of infection
Understand that coughing or sneezing in your hand can still spread infection
Understand that microbes can be found on our food and can transfer to humans
Understand that cooking food properly can kill harmful microbes
Will understand that bacteria multiply very quickly
Understand that refrigeration only stops microbes growing, it doesn’t kill them
Understand the difference between 'use by' and 'best before'
Understand that what you do to help your pet be healthy is the same as what you need to do for yourself
Understand that harmful microbes can be found on the farm and that these microbes can spread to humans
Understand that by washing our hands and following some basic rules we can reduce the chance of picking up an infection on the farm
Understand that, just like us, animals should only take antibiotics if necessary and it is important to finish the course
Understand that some microbes can be transmitted from animals to humans and vice versa
Understand what dental plaque is and how it forms
Understand which foods and drinks cause tooth decay
Understand how to brush teeth effectively
Understand the consequences of tooth decay
Understand that limiting sugary foods and drinks can reduce tooth decay
Understand that vaccines help prevent a range of infections
Understand that there are not vaccines for all infections
Understand that most common infections get better on their own through time, bed rest, hydration, and healthy living
Understand that if antibiotics are taken, it is important to finish the course
Understand that antibiotics treat bacterial infections only
Understand that they should not share antibiotics or other medicines that are prescribed by a doctor or healthcare professional