OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaGerms are tiny living things that are way too small to see with just your eyes! Scientists use special tools called microscopes to look at them up close. There are different kinds of germs, like bacteria and viruses, and they live almost everywhere.
Germs can be found on your hands, on doorknobs, and even in the air. Some germs can make you feel sick with a sore throat or a runny nose. But not all germs are bad — in fact, many germs are helpful! Some good bacteria live in your stomach and help you digest your food.
The best way to protect yourself from the germs that could make you sick is to wash your hands with soap and water. Eating healthy foods and getting plenty of sleep also help your body fight off bad germs. Try not to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with dirty hands!
- There are more germs on your body right now than there are people on the whole planet!
- Most germs are so tiny that millions of them could fit on the head of a pin.
- Scientists think there are more good germs than bad germs in the world!
