Sore Throat GIANTmicrobe No one likes having a sore throat, unless it's a GIANTmicrobe! email to friend
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No one likes having a sore throat, unless it's a GIANTmicrobe! Find out what makes Streptococcus bacteria more than just your average sore throat virus. In fact, this little guy causes 15% of sore throats! And now, you have a little plush friend to take with you for that dreaded throat culture... we can’t promise you still won’t gag when the doctor sticks the swab in your throat but at least you Sore Throat friend will be there to squeeze. Recommended for children ages 4 and up.

What's included?

• GIANTmicrobes Sore Throat plush, approximately 13 cm (5 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.