This document discusses microorganisms and how they are living things that can only be seen under a microscope. It provides examples of different types of microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa. It describes how yeast is a type of fungus that is used in bread making to make the dough rise. Experiments are described that show how microorganisms like fungi can grow and move, and how diseases caused by microorganisms can spread from person to person through various means like food, sneezing, direct contact, or carriers like mosquitoes. Prevention methods like hand washing and quarantining sick individuals are also outlined.