Pathogens, Antibodies, and Vaccines

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Model how vaccines protect against bacterial diseases

How does the immune response protect against diseases caused by bacteria?

  • Create models of pathogens, antibodies, and antigen-antibody interaction.
  • Perform simulated laboratory tests to compare the antibody levels of unvaccinated and vaccinated children children who have been exposed to the bacteria that cause pertussis.
  • Learn about the importance of childhood vaccinations to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis.
$21.95
Assembled kits
$179.95
Materials to assemble 10 kits - includes all supplies, printed labels, and student instructions copy master
$62.95
Materials to refill 10 kits

Kit Includes

  • Student instructions
  • 3 foam balls to model bacteria
  • Jewels (3 different shapes) to model antigens
  • Glue dots
  • Straws, clay, and rubber bands to model antibodies
  • Immunizations and the DTP Vaccine brochure
  • Pertussis Antibody Test Instructions
  • 4 simulated “Pertussis Antibody Test Strips”
  • 4 tubes of simulated “blood plasma” samples

Also Required

  • Colored pens or pencils (3 different colors)
  • Safety goggles

Quantity Discounts

    Kits:

  • 1 – 9 kits: $21.95 each
  • 10 – 24 kits: $20.85 each
  • 25+ kits: $19.76 each

    Unassembled:

  • 1 – 9 packs: $179.95 each
  • 10+ packs: $170.95 each

    Refills:

  • 1 – 9 packs: $62.95 each
  • 10+ packs: $59.80 each

Correlation to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Shop by NGSS »

Performance Expectations:

MS-LS1-3. Use argument supported by evidence for how the body is a system of interacting subsystems composed of groups of cells

  • Science & Engineering Practices

    Developing and Using Models - Develop and use a model to describe a phenomenon.

  • Disciplinary Core Ideas

    LS1.A: Structure and Function - In multicellular organisms, the body is a system of multiple interacting subsystems. These subsystems are groups of cells that work together to form tissues and organs that are specialized for particular body functions.

  • Crosscutting Concepts

    Structure and Function - Investigating or designing new systems or structures requires a detailed examination of the properties of different materials, the structures of different components, and connections of components to reveal its function and/or solve a problem.