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Germs: What are germs, and how do they make us sick?

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Germs are tiny.

Most germs do not hurt you.

Some germs even help you.

Some germs can make you sick.

Germs jump from kid to kid. A sneeze can do it.

You can get germs from things you hold.

Germs can get in your eyes, nose and mouth.

So try not to touch your face with dirty hands.

Scrub with soap for 20 seconds.

Wash up before you eat.

Words to know

  • germs: tiny sickness-makers
  • soap: suds maker
  • sneeze: nose blast

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