Louis Pasteur – Understanding the Scientist Behind Vaccines and Germ

Louis Pasteur – Understanding the Scientist Behind Vaccines and Germ Theory

Comprehension Activities

A short reading and activity set for secondary science lessons 🧫📖 (PDF + H5P) ⚗️📘

A printable and digital resource for grades 7–10 science and cross-curricular teaching 🧪🧠

This resource gives students an introduction to the life and work of Louis Pasteur – the chemist and microbiologist best known for developing vaccines, inventing pasteurization, and changing the way we understand germs and disease. His work connects naturally to many science units, especially those on health, microbiology, or scientific discovery.

The material is straightforward and can be used across different contexts – whether in a focused biology or chemistry lesson, as part of a “scientist spotlight,” or even in non-specialist substitute teaching situations.

What’s included:

• A clear and accessible informational text about Louis Pasteur

• A profile worksheet to help students summarize key facts

• Quiz questions to check comprehension (with full solutions)

• Two optional extension tasks:
  – Students write their own questions about the text
  – Exchange and answer peer questions in pairs

• File formats:
  – PDF for print and digital use
  – Editable DOCX (text only)
  – H5P (interactive version for digital platforms, without images)

How it works in the classroom:
Students start by reading the text, then complete the profile and quiz. The extension tasks are ideal for partner work, early finishers, or to stretch more confident learners. The layout is clear enough that students can work independently – even without strong background knowledge in science.

The H5P version is great for online learning or blended classrooms, where students can complete the quiz and get immediate feedback. I’ve used this kind of format to support lessons on immune response, disease prevention, and historical breakthroughs in science.

No complex setup required – just print, upload, or project, and you’re ready to go.

Have fun exploring the world of science with your students!
Warmly,
Lernfitness

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