Introducing Germs
Imagine your hands are tiny playgrounds. What tiny visitors might be playing there without you even knowing?
Germs
Pretend germs are glitter. If you touch something with glitter, what happens when you touch other things?
Glitter spreads, just like germs!
What's your favorite superpower?
(Imagine washing your hands is your superpower! What can it do?)
How can we teach others about the importance of washing hands and staying healthy?
(Posters, songs, games)
Have you ever seen a germ? Why or why not?
(You can't see them with your eyes, but they're very small!
How do you think germs travel from one person to another?
Sneezes, coughs, dirty hands touching faces
What are some tools we can use to fight germs?
Soap, water, hand sanitizer
What can we do as a class to create a healthier and happier school environment?
(Share handwashing tips, encourage healthy snacks, organize outdoor activities)
What happens if germs get inside our bodies?
They can make us feel yucky and give us colds, coughs, or tummy aches!
How can we make sure our hands are super clean after using the bathroom or playing outside?
Sing the "Happy Birthday" song twice while scrubbing!)
What other healthy habits can we practice keeping illness at bay?
Eating healthy foods, sleeping enough, getting exercise