Penicillin GIANTmicrobe Sometimes the best mistakes turn out to be the best discoveries! email to friend
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Sometimes the best mistakes turn out to be the best discoveries... just look at Silly Putty! Ah, but back to germs, it wasn’t until the late 1890’s that Ernest Duchesne discovered that his moldy sandwich could actually be made into the germ fighter that won’t quit, Penicillin! Although scientists believe that ancient cultures had been rubbing mold on their infections thousands of years ago. If that doesn’t sound too appealing, try checking out the GIANTmicrobe plush version of this ultimate germ defense. Recommended for children ages 4 and up.

What's included?

• GIANTmicrobe Penicillin plush, approximately 20 cm (8 in) tall

What does it teach?

Complete with an image of the real, magnified germ and a description of the disease it causes, these plush germs are a great addition to any biology or health lesson. Or, pass them on to friends and family, maybe give a co-worker the Flu... we could do this all day.