Hand Hygiene
How long should we wash our hands for?
At least 30 seconds
How often should we take a bath or shower?
At least once a day
What is the name of the product that we apply underneath our armpits to limit sweating and to help us stay smelling fresh?
Deodorant
True or False: We should brush our teeth at least two times a day
True: We should brush our teeth at least two times a day
What is Personal Hygiene?
Personal Hygiene is the way we care for our bodies to help keep them clean
What is another hygiene product we can use to clean our hands that does not involve using soap or water?
Hand Sanitizer
Why is it especially important to wash all of our body parts with soap when showering or bathing.
Our skin can become visibly dirty.
We may start to experience body odor if we do not wash all our body parts with soap
What is the first body part that usually starts to smell if we do not clean ourselves properly?
Our armpits
How long should we brush our teeth for?
2 minutes
What is a hygiene habit?
A habit or routine that we follow to help keep our bodies clean and healthy.
What is the correct way to sneeze or cough?
Into a tissue or into our elbow
How long should we let shampoo sit in our hair before rinsing?
One minute
True or False: Since I don't smell, I don't need to take a shower
False: Sometimes it is hard to smell our own body odor
What is the name of the liquid that we rinse around in our mouth that helps to kill germs and keep our breath fresh?
Mouthwash or Mouth rinse
Why should we trim our fingernails?
They can become too long and get dirt, germs, or bacteria underneath them.
Why is it important to regularly wash our hands throughout the day?
To help prevent the spread of germs and bacteria's to others.
To keep yourself and others safe and healthy
True or False: Since I took a shower this morning, I don't have to take another shower tonight, even though I was sweating a lot all day
False: It is always a good idea to shower after sweating
What is the name of the smell caused by the combination of sweat and bacteria on our skin?
Body Odor
True or False: We should also brush our tongue when brushing our teeth
True!: Our tongue also builds germs that we need to get rid of
What is the name of the product that we put in between our teeth to help get rid of any additional food or germs?
Dental floss
List the different times we should always remember to wash our hands (100 points for each one)
After going to the bathroom
Before cooking or eating
When entering your home
After sneezing or coughing
After you touch someone else
After playing outside or touching a pet or animal
What is conditioner?
A hair product that we use right after using shampoo.
It improves the texture and the appearance of our hair.
Shampoo can dehydrate your hair and conditioner helps to rehydrate it.
When are the best times to apply deodorant?
After getting out of the shower
Before/after sweating or participating in physical activity
How can our diet impact our oral health?
Eating unhealthy foods, especially candy or sweets can lead to unhealthy teeth
Example: Cavities
Why is it important to brush or comb our hair?
It improves your appearance
Removes dirt and dead skin
It can promote healthier hair growth
Helps to detangle hair
Helps to spread natural oils from your scalp