Good Hygiene
What does having good hygiene mean?
Staying healthy and clean.
What three items do you need to brush your teeth?
Tooth brush, Tooth paste, floss
What is body odor?
A smell that comes from your body
Name 2 ways to keep your hands clean
Examples: Washing your hands. Cutting your nails. Using hand sanitizer.
How does your body cool off?
It produces sweat
How many days should you wear the same clothes before washing them?
One day
How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
At least twice a day
Who sweats?
Everyone sweats!
Why should I keep my nails clean?
Dirt can get under your nails and stay there!
What does sweat create?
Bacteria
What should you keep clean to have good hygiene? Name 2.
Body, Hands, Hair, Clothes
What is a cavity?
A hole in your teeth that can grow bigger and bigger over time! Caused by plaque.
How can I keep my body odor away? Name 2.
Keeping clean and having good hygiene can keep away body odor (taking a shower every day). You can also use deodorant!
Why is dirt on your hands bad hygiene?
This dirt has germs and can get onto anything you touch: your food, your face, your clothes. These germs can make you sick!
Name 2 ways to prevent body odor
Examples: 1) Wear deodorant 2)Wash/shower daily
How many times a week should you shower?
At least every other day
What is plaque?
A sticky, slimy substance made up mostly of germs that causes your teeth to decay.
When do I use deodorant?
In the morning before school. Before doing physical activity.
Name 2 times during the day when you should wash your hands
Examples: after using the bathroom, after playing outside, before eating
Name 2 things you can you do to keep your body smelling clean
Examples: 1) Wear deodorant 2) Take a shower every day
Who can you ask if you need help having good hygiene?
I can ask my caregivers, friends, girls group leaders
How long should you brush your teeth for?
2 minutes
When can I put on deodorant in school?
When you feel like you need to put on deodorant, ask your teacher to use the bathroom. Also after gym in the locker room!
How many seconds should you scrub your hands for?
30 seconds
What should you use in the shower?
Soap, warm water, and shampoo