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After an interest-generating discussion about "dirt" and microbes, learners select and collect soil samples from a variety of locations (schoolyard, home, etc.).

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - 18 1 to 7 days
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In this activity, learners grow germs collected from their hands and other objects. They cultivate the germs on a growth medium (such as slices of grapefruit or processed cheese) for a week.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 14 1 to 7 days
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This is a hands-on activity that uses bread and household materials to grow mold. Learners collect dust from a room, wipe it on food, and contain it. One to seven days later, mold has grown.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 4 - 18 1 to 7 days