🦠 Germ Busters
Clue:
What should you cough or sneeze into if you don't have a tissue?
Answer:
Your elbow.
Clue:
Which drinks help keep your body hydrated the best?
Answer:
Water.
Clue:
How many hours of sleep should most teens get each night?
Answer:
8–10 hours.
Clue:
"If my hands look clean, I don't need to wash them."
Answer:
Myth.
Name five healthy choices you should make.
Clue:
How long should you wash your hands with soap?
Answer:
At least 20 seconds.
Clue:
Name two foods that help support your immune system.
Clue:
Name one thing you can do before bed to improve sleep.
Clue:
"Touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with dirty hands can spread germs."
Answer:
Fact.
Lead the group through one round of deep breathing:
Purse Lip Deep Breathing
Smell the Flowers
Blow out the Candles
Clue:
Name three times you should wash your hands.
True or False:
Eating only chips and candy gives your body everything it needs to stay healthy.
Answer:
False.
Clue:
Name one relaxation skill that helps lower stress.
Clue:
"Stress can affect both your physical and mental health."
Answer:
Fact.
Name one healthy habit they'll practice this week
Clue: Name three places' germs commonly spread in school.
Answer: Door handles, desks, phones, keyboards, water fountains, cafeteria tables, or shared equipment.
Clue: Name three benefits of drinking enough water.
Answer: Better energy, improved concentration, prevents dehydration, supports body functions, helps regulate temperature.
Clue: Name two ways poor sleep can affect your mental health.
Answer: Irritability, anxiety, poor concentration, low mood, increased stress.
Clue: "Energy drinks are a healthy replacement for sleep."
Answer: Myth.
As a team, name 10 healthy habits that help keep your body and mind healthy.
Clue: Your friend coughs into their hand, high-fives you, and then offers you chips. What are two healthy choices you should make?
Answer: Wash or sanitize hands before eating, avoid touching your face, politely decline sharing food until hands are clean.
Clue: You skipped breakfast and lunch and now feel tired and irritable. What healthy choices could improve your energy?
Answer: Eat a balanced meal, drink water, include fruits/vegetables and protein, avoid relying on sugary snacks.
Clue: You're stressed about a test and only slept 4 hours. Name three healthy things you could do after school.
Answer: Take a short nap (if appropriate), eat a healthy meal, hydrate, practice deep breathing, complete homework, go to bed earlier.
Clue: "Taking care of your mental health can also help support your physical health."
Answer: Fact.
Share one to two positive coping skill they use when feeling stressed or overwhelmed.