Much dust contains microscopic arachnids called dust mites .
Some people are allergic to the various proteins contained in the feces of dust mites.
Materials Procedures Adaptations Discussion Questions Extensions Evaluation Suggested Readings Links Vocabulary Academic Standards Credit Printable version of the lesson plan in rich text format. Use our Teaching Tools to create custom worksheets, puzzles and quizzes about this topic. Before beginning this activity, be sure that neither you nor anyone in your classroom is allergic to dust. You may want to send notes home asking parents to confirm that it is safe for their children to participate in an activity requiring them to handle dust. Ask students if they have known anyone who is allergic to dust.