GIANT Microbes-Coronavirus COVID-19

Start by staying calm and learning the facts. Get a close-up look at COVID-19 with these larger than life soft toys. They are a great way to help young children understand and learn about Coronavirus in a calm, non-threatening way. 

Talk and learn the difference between viruses and bacteria, how Coronavirus spreads, symptoms, the importance of hygiene and the responses and consequences of community transmission. 

Microbes are remarkable and mostly good - vital to our bodies and our planet. However, when it comes to the struggle against black death, malaria, flu and other diseases such as COVID-19, it is human wits versus microbe genes. If we want to triumph, we must think clearly, learn, prepare and respect the microbe world.

Age: 4 +

What you get

COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) Giant Microbe. Approximately 12cm in diameter. 

More about COVID-19

COVID-19 spreads from person-to-person through respiratory droplets carried in coughs or sneezes. It may also be transmitted by touching your mouth, eyes or nose after touching contaminated metal, plastic and other hard surfaces on which a virus can survive the longest. People are most contagious when showing signs of sickness, yet the virus may spread before symptoms occur. Symptoms may appear 2 to 14 days after exposure and can include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Some have no symptoms at all. The best way to prevent illness is to minimize exposure with common-sense measures. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Do not touch your eyes, nose and mouth. Stay home when sick. Cover your cough and sneeze with a tissue. Disinfect frequently touched surfaces. Wash your hands often with soap and water. Face masks are for healthcare workers and those who are already sick.

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Teach

• Microbiology
• COVID-19

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.