Personal Care
What is one reason we should brush our teeth every morning?
To remove food and plaque and keep teeth healthy.
When should you wash your hands at school? Give one time.
Before eating / after using the restroom / after playing outside.
What should you do with your backpack to keep school supplies clean and organized?
Keep it zipped, put dirty food wrappers in the trash, and store supplies in pockets or organizers.
Name one healthy snack you can choose at school.
Fruit, vegetables, yogurt, whole-grain crackers.)
Why is it important to respect someone who asks for space when they are sick?
To avoid spreading illness and to respect their comfort.
How often should you change into clean clothes after sweaty play or sports?
As soon as you can — usually the same day; change into clean clothes after heavy sweating.
How long should you rub your hands with soap to wash them well?
About 20 seconds — enough to sing "Happy Birthday" twice.
Why is it important to use a tissue or your elbow when you sneeze in class?
It prevents germs from spreading to classmates and surfaces.
Why is drinking water during the day important for your body?
Keeps you hydrated, helps concentration and energy, and supports body functions.
If a classmate drops food on the floor, what is a respectful, hygienic response?
Tell a teacher and avoid eating it; help them clean up if appropriate.
Name two parts of a daily personal hygiene routine you should do at home and at school.
brushing teeth, washing hands, combing hair, using deodorant if needed, bathing/showering
What are three times you should definitely wash your hands? Think germs.
After using the bathroom, before eating, after sneezing/coughing or blowing your nose, after touching a pet.
If you spill a drink in class, what is a hygienic action you should take?
Tell the teacher so it can be cleaned; wipe up if allowed and wash your hands afterward.
How does getting enough sleep help your hygiene and health?
Sleep helps your body repair, keeps your immune system strong, and helps you feel and behave well at school.
What should you do if you see someone being teased about their hygiene?
Tell an adult, support the person, and avoid joining the teasing.
What are the three correct ways to care for your face and teeth in the morning? (three steps)
Wash your face, brush your teeth, floss
Why does covering a cough or sneeze matter for other people?
It helps keep germs from spreading to others and surfaces.
How can you tell if a lunchtime area is hygienic before you sit down?
Look for clean tables, no leftover food, and use a napkin or wipe to clean the surface if needed.
Explain how exercise relates to personal hygiene.
Exercise helps your body stay healthy; after exercise you should clean up (shower/wash hands/change clothes) to remove sweat and germs.
Give an example of a safety rule that helps protect everyone’s health at school.
Stay home when you are sick, cover coughs/sneezes, wash hands often.
Explain why wearing clean socks and shoes matters for foot health and comfort.
Clean socks reduce sweat and bacteria that cause odor and infections; clean shoes and socks help prevent blisters and athlete’s foot.
Describe how germs move from one person to another and one way to stop that spread.
Germs move by direct contact (touch), droplets from coughs/sneezes, or shared objects. Stopping spread: wash hands, cover coughs, use tissues, clean shared surfaces.
List three items you should keep in a personal care kit at school and why.
Tissues (for sneezes), hand sanitizer (for quick cleaning), spare socks or shirt (for accidents), deodorant (if allowed and needed), small hairbrush.)
Choose two daily habits (one about food, one about self-care) that help keep you healthy and explain why.
Eating fruits/veggies gives nutrients; brushing teeth prevents cavities.
Describe how you can respectfully remind a friend about hygiene without embarrassing them.
Talk privately to an adult, be kind and specific, and focus on health not appearance.