Facts about Germs
True or false: Germs can only be found in certain places, some public places do not have germs.
False. There are germs everywhere you go!
True or False: A person should shower 3 times a week.
False. A person should shower at least once a day everyday.
How many food groups are there and what are they?
There are 5 food groups. Fruits, Vegetables, Dairy, Protein, and Grains.
Name three ways germs can be passed
Germs can be passed by touching objects, not covering a sneeze or cough, hugging, not washing hands, etc. There can be many answers for this one
How long should a person wash their hands for, and what are two songs they can sing while doing it?
20-30 seconds. They can sing the ABC's twice, Happy Birthday twice, or Twinkle little star twice
What food group gives you energy and makes you feel full?
Grains
Name one way germs enter our body
Through our eyes, nose, ears, or mouth.
True or false: When brushing your teeth, you should brush in a circular motion instead of a saw motion
True. Brushing in a circular motion is better for your oral hygiene because it gets the whole surface of your tooth as well as it being easier on your gums.
What food group helps build muscles, repairs ligaments and tendons, and helps build a strong immune system?
Protein food group
What is better, hand washing or hand sanitizer? Why?
Hand washing is better because the scrubbing motion as well as the warm water and soap being used helps get all of the germs on the surfaces on your hands.
How many hours of sleep should school aged students 6-12 years old get a night?
9-12 hours of sleep
True or false: Eating 2 or 3 of the food groups a day is known as a balanced diet.
False. In order to be a balanced diet, a person must eat all 5 food groups in a day
Where can you find good germs at? Also, what do these good germs do for your body?
Good germs can be found in yogurts, cheese, or any kind of dairy. These germs are probiotics that help your stomach
How long and how many times a day should a person brush their teeth for?
Two times a day for two minutes
What food group is cheese, yogurt, and milk a part of? Also, what mineral is in this food group that helps create strong bones?
Cheese, yogurt, and milk are a part of the dairy food group. In the Dairy food group, it contains Calcium that helps build strong bones.