Will ALL germs make you sick?
No! All germs will not make you sick.
What should you wash your hands with?
1. Warm water
2. Soap
What are the two different types of germs that can make you ill?
1. Viruses
2. Bacteria
Should you be around people who have the flu?
No, you should avoid people who have the flu or a virus.
What is Ms. Akudo's job at the school?
School Counselor
Can you see germs?
No, you cannot see germs! They are very small.
If you have a cold, what should you do to not spread your cold to other people.
You should wash your hands often, and stop your cough with a tissue, your shoulder, or sleeve.
Is this a bacteria or a virus?
This is a virus
What is Ms. Akudo's penguins name?
Penny
If you touch something, will you pick up a harmful germ?
No, just because you touch something that does not mean that you will pick up a harmful germ.
If you are sick, what should you get plenty of?
Liquids and sleep!
Which are bigger, viruses or bacteria?
Bacteria are bigger than viruses.
When should you brush your teeth and for how long?
After every meal for two minutes.
What is Ms. Akudo's favorite color?
Yellow
How many germs can be on the end of a pencil?
1000
Which blood cells fight of sickness?
White blood cells
Explain how bacteria make you sick.
Bacteria enter your body and quickly begin to multiply in your body. In a couple of hours there may be millions of bacteria in your body. Bacteria give off poisons that make you sick.
If you are sick and the doctor orders some medicine for you, where do you go and pick up the medicine?
The Pharmacy
What college did Ms. Akudo go to?
The University of Minnesota.
What are the two major types of germs?
1. Viruses
2. Bacteria
3. Fungi
4. Parasites
What is the biggest organ in your body?
Your skin!
How do viruses multiply in your body?
Viruses force their way into your white blood cells. For awhile it seems like nothing happens and then suddenly the viruses break out of the cell. Hundreds of new viruses tumble out of the cell and find other cells to take over.
Show the three ways you should be covering your coughs!
1. On your sleeve
2. On your shoulder
3. In a tissue
Where is Ms. Akudo's family from?
Nigeria.