🧼 Body Basics
What should you use with water to help remove dirt and germs from your hands?
Soap 🧼
How many times a day should you generally brush your teeth?
Twice a day.
Which drink is usually the best everyday choice for your teeth?
Water
You sneeze into your hands while sitting in class. What should you do afterward?
Wash your hands.
Name ONE personal item you should not share with another person.
Toothbrush.
(Other acceptable answers may include comb/brush or towel.)
You just finished playing outside and your hands are visibly dirty. What should you do before eating?
Wash your hands with soap and water.
What does flossing help clean that a toothbrush cannot reach as well?
Between the teeth.
Which choice is better for keeping your body clean?
A. Wearing the same sweaty clothes all week
B. Changing into clean clothes
C. Sharing a friend's towel
D. Never washing your socks
B. Changing into clean clothes
You notice food stuck between your teeth after lunch. What should you use to clean between your teeth?
Floss.
What is the sticky film that can build up on your teeth and contribute to cavities?
Plaque.
Why is it important to change out of clothes that are soaked with sweat?
They can hold sweat, dirt, and bacteria and can cause body odor or skin irritation.
Jane brushes her teeth every morning but never brushes before bed. What important change should she make?
Brush her teeth twice a day, including before bed.
Your friend says, “I'm not thirsty anymore, so I don't need to drink water.” What is the best response?
Your body needs water.
Your friend says, “My tooth hurts, but I'll just wait until it goes away.” What should you encourage them to do?
tell your guardian and go to the dentist
You wake up late and only have time for ONE hygiene step before rushing to school. Your hands are visibly dirty because you ate breakfast with them. What should you do first?
Wash your hands.
After gym class, Flowers shirt is sweaty, her socks are damp, and she notices she smells sweaty. Name TWO things Flowers should do.
Change into clean clothes/socks AND wash or clean his body.
(Using deodorant can also be appropriate.)
Bob brushes his teeth twice a day but still gets cavities. He drinks sugary drinks several times a day and frequently eats candy. What is one habit he should change?
Reduce sugary foods/drinks and choose healthier options such as water more often.
You are thirsty after playing outside. Which choice is best for your teeth? Water or Sports drink
water
Victor has been playing outside all afternoon. When they come inside, they have dirty hands, sweaty clothes, and muddy shoes. What should Victor do before sitting down to eat dinner?
Wash their hands and clean/change as needed before eating.
You are getting ready for the first day of school. You have 5 minutes to make sure you are practicing good hygiene. Name THREE things you could do.
After taking a shower, which action is most important for keeping your body comfortable and your skin healthy? A. Put on the same clothes you wore yesterday
B. Dry your body thoroughly and put on clean clothes
B. Dry your body thoroughly and put on clean clothes
A dentist tells JB that he has plaque building up along his gumline. Which part of his brushing routine should he pay extra attention to?
A. The areas where his teeth meet his gums
B. Only his front teeth
A. The areas where his teeth meet his gums
Which lunch choice gives your body a combination of foods that can help support overall health?
A. A balanced meal with vegetables, a protein food, and water
B. Only a piece of candy because it gives quick energy
B. A balanced meal with vegetables, a protein food, and water
Liam notices that his fingernails have dirt underneath them after playing outside. He is about to eat a sandwich. What should he do?
A. Blow on his fingers to remove the dirt
B. Wash his hands and clean under his nails
B. Wash his hands and clean under his nails
Your class is going on a field trip. Which item would be most appropriate to bring for personal hygiene?
A. Your own comb or brush
B. A friend's used towel
A. Your own comb or brush
B. A friend's used towel