History of Medicine and Science for Kids: Fleming and Penicillin - The Discovery of Antibiotics

Once upon a time, there was a scientist named Alexander Fleming. He loved to study tiny things called bacteria. Bacteria can make people sick, and Dr. Fleming wanted to find a way to help.

One day, he noticed something special. In his lab, he found a mold (like the kind you see on old bread). This mold was called penicillin. Dr. Fleming saw that the penicillin mold was like a superhero. It could fight off the bad bacteria!

He realized that this mold could be turned into medicine. When people are sick, they can take this medicine, and it helps them get better. It's like magic!

So, thanks to Dr. Fleming's discovery, we have penicillin, a powerful medicine that fights off bad bacteria and helps people when they are sick. Dr. Fleming's curiosity made the world a healthier place!