Personal Hygiene
How often should you brush your teeth each day?
Twice a day
What are germs?
Tiny organisms that can cause disease
Why should you wear clean clothes every day?
To avoid bad smells and bacteria buildup
What does environmental hygiene mean?
Keeping your surroundings clean and organized
True or False: If you use hand sanitizer, you never need to wash your hands.
False — sanitizer helps, but soap + water remove dirt and grease sanitizer can’t.
Why is it important to shower regularly?
To remove sweat, dirt, and bacteria
How do germs spread?
Through touch, coughing, sneezing, and shared objects
What happens if you wear sweaty clothes again without washing them?
Germs can grow and cause skin irritation or odor
Why should you keep your locker clean at school?
To stay organized and eliminate the chance of having insects.
“You only get acne because you don’t wash your face.” Is that true?
false — acne can also come from hormones, oily skin, and genetics, not just poor washing
What happens if you don’t wash your hands before eating?
Germs can enter your body and cause illness
What’s one way to stop the spread of germs?
Wash hands, cover coughs, sanitize surfaces
What’s a good way to dry wet shoes or clothes?
Air dry them completely to prevent mildew
How can clutter affect your mood or stress?
It can make you feel anxious or distracted
“You don’t need to shower if you don’t smell.” Why is this a myth?
Even if you don’t smell yet, sweat and dead skin build up and lead to odor and germs later.
What is the purpose of deodorant?
To reduce body odor caused by bacteria
How long should you wash your hands?
At least 20 seconds
Why is folding and storing clothes properly part of hygiene?
It keeps them clean, neat, and free from dust or insects
Name two ways to keep your bedroom clean.
Make your bed, vacuum/sweep, take out trash, organize clothes
“Antibacterial soap is always better than regular soap.” Is that true?
No — regular soap works just as well; antibacterial soap isn’t more effective for everyday use and can kill good bacteria.
Name 3 daily hygiene habits you should always do.
Brush teeth, wash hands, bathe/shower, wear clean clothes, etc.
What’s the difference between bacteria and viruses?
Bacteria can live on their own; viruses need a host to survive
What can happen if you don’t wash your clothes?
They can collect bacteria and cause body odor or infections
Why should trash be taken out regularly?
To prevent smells, bugs, and bacteria from spreading
“If you wash your hands right after sneezing, you can stop germs completely.” What’s wrong with that idea?
Washing helps, but you can still spread germs by touching things before washing or by airborne droplets — you also need to cover your mouth properly when you sneeze.