Bacteria vs Sanitizer Science Project Kit
Childrens science kits
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- Program and school year
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Rule pack
- step-up-ftc-pep-2026-27 · v1.0.1
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- Official general rule
- Source freshness
- Review due · Low
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Product description
Bacteria vs. Sanitizer Science Kit – Test the Clean! 🧴🦠 See for yourself if hand sanitizer really works. Curious about germs and hygiene? The Bacteria vs. Sanitizer Science Kit lets students investigate the real effectiveness of hand sanitizers in a fun, hands-on way. Swab your hands before and after using sanitizer, grow bacteria on ready-to-use agar plates, and watch science in action—it's proof you can see! This is a flexible 2–3 day experiment that can also stretch into a 9-week science unit with included prompts, papers, and digital support. We’ve found that students get fascinated by seeing how invisible germs respond to everyday hygiene products—it’s a powerful way to connect real-life actions with scientific reasoning. What Students Will Do • Swab hands before and after using hand sanitizer • Grow bacteria on easy-to-use agar plates • Count bacterial colonies using a grid • Compare results to see how effective sanitizer really is • Formulate hypotheses, record observations, and draw evidence-based conclusions Kit Includes • Full-color Instruction Manual • 4 Ready-to-Use Easy-Gel Agar Plates • Bottle of Hand Sanitizer • Tape Strips • Zippered Storage Bag • Permanent Marker • Counting Grid • Petri Dish Template • Digital Access Card with resources, sample papers, and prompts Key Features 🧫 No Prep Agar Plates: Skip melting and measuring — plates are ready to use. 📊 Hands-On Scientific Method: Practice forming questions, testing variables, collecting data, and graphing results. 🖥 Digital Curriculum Support: Access 27 journal prompts, fillable tables and graphs, sample paper examples, and resource links. 🕒 Flexible Timeline: Complete in 2–3 days or extend into a multi-week project. 👩👩👧👦 Group Friendly: Designed for up to 4 participants — perfect for siblings or co-op classes. Why Families Love It • Makes microbiology real and tangible • Teaches critical thinking about hygiene and germs • Reduces the stress of science fair prep • Engaging for a wide age range, from young learners to middle schoolers • Easy to lead with clear instructions and all-in-one materials Recommended for grades K–10 , with science fair projects best suited for grades 3–8 . Turn hand hygiene into a captivating scientific exploration. The Bacteria vs. Sanitizer Science Kit makes learning about germs, sanitation, and the power of observation fun, structured, and unforgettable. 🧴🦠
Source evidence
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- Catalog
- Easy Peasy Science Labs and Fair Catalog
- Source type
- Search
- Link status
- Official verified
- Enrichment confidence
- 0.99
Official policy source
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- Publisher
- Step Up For Students
- Applies to
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Effective dates
- Jul 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2027
- Source last modified
- Jul 14, 2026
- Reviewed by Navigator
- Jul 23, 2026
- Review due
- Aug 14, 2026
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