All About Germs

What are germs?

Germs are tiny organism that can cause someone to cause disease or become sick But they are so small that you can’t see it without a microscope! Not all germs are bad! Some bacteria in you gut, for example, actually keep you healthy.

Fun fact: germs is a general word for microbes that can cause disease
There are four main types of germs:
- Bacteria
- Viruses
- Fungi
- Protozoa

How do they spread?

Direct contract: touching an infected person like handshakes and hugs can transfer germs
Indirect contact: germs linger on surfaces like phones and spread when people touch them
Airborne transmission: germs from coughs, sneezes, or talking travel through the air and are inhaled by others
Droplet transmission: large droplets carrying germs land on surfaces or people nearby
Food and water: consuming contaminated food or water can introduce germs into the body
Animals and insects: bites from infected animals or insects can transmit disease

where can we find them?

Everywhere! Germs are on our hands, phones, and surfaces we touch daily—like light switches, keyboards, and shopping carts. Even seemingly clean objects, like water bottles or towels, can harbor germs.

Types of germs:

Bacteria 🦠 (some are good some are bad)
- Strep throat
- Food posioning
Viruses 🧬 (tiny particles that invade living cells to reproduce)
- Flue
- Covid-19
Fungi 🍄 (organisms like molds, yeasts - some can infect humans)
- Athlete’s foot
- Ringworm
Parasites 🦠 (organisms that live in or on a host and take nutrients from it)
- Malaria
- Head lice

How to minimize the spread of germs

Proper Handwashing 🧼

Use soap and water for 20 seconds—especially after using the bathroom, before eating, or after coughing/sneezing.

Covering 💨

Use your elbow or a tissue—then throw the tissue away and wash your hands!

Stay Home 🏠

If you don’t feel well, rest at home so you don’t spread germs to others.

Avoid Sharing Personal Items🚫

Keep your water bottles, food, hats, and utensils to yourself.

Let’s keep our schools and homes safe and healthy—together!

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