These bacteria notes and task cards contain information on the basic characteristics of bacteria needed for middle school general science or microbiology. Students will learn the definition of bacteria by using task cards to make their notes. You could use it as fill in the gaps, or have students copy it from poster form. It also includes the following topics: -What is a bacterium -Classification according to shape -Gram Stain classification -Classification according to oxygen needs -Nutritional classification -Cyanobacteria -Structure of bacterial cells: each of the components have a dedicated task card in note form. They are a good note-taking activity for bacteria. They can be done as group activities or as a distance learning activities, although I do recommend you use the task cards by printing them and putting them in different places around the classroom. There are two versions: cloze notes version and full notes version. All the graphics are full color. RELATED PRODUCTS: Science vocabulary: word roots worksheets and room decor Ecology worksheet bundle: activities on film. Sub plan or extra credit activity INSTRUCTIONS: You can use this product as a slideshow with all the information, but the intended use is putting task cards in several places around your classroom, or handing them out to different groups. If you have downloaded this resource, please make sure to give feedback, rate my store, and share with me over on instagram how you have used it in your classroom! Check out the blog for more awesome ideas about science, technology, engineering, or math, or STEM! Continue to make STEM proud! Sarah