By the end of this unit, students will be able to:
define what microorganisms are and their types;
explore where bacteria can be found and their functions;
identify diseases caused by viruses.
learn about fungal infections and their effects.
National Curriculum Objectives
Year 6 Science: Living things and their habitats:
describe how living things are classified into broad groups according to common observable characteristics and based on similarities and differences, including micro-organisms, plants and animals