kids matter
good health & hygiene matters
My handwashing Pinterest board
Infectious outbreaks such as gastroenteritis and influenza can severely impact student attendance, learning and the welfare of the school community.
Establishing good hand hygiene practices at a young age is key to preventing the spread of infectious disease." https://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/teachers/teachingresources/discipline/physed/Pages/hygiene.aspx |
Health, Wellbeing and Relationships
Early Stage 1 OUTCOMES: # practise interpersonal skills to interact positively with others, for example: (ACPPS004) # recognise that being kind, fair and respectful to others can support class health, safety and wellbeing # communicates ways to be caring, inclusive and respectful of others PDe-3 # practises self-management skills in familiar and unfamiliar scenarios PDe-9 Stage 1 OUTCOMES:
OUTCOMES: # explains how empathy, inclusion and respect can positively influence relationships PD2-3 # demonstrates self-management skills to respond to their own and others’ actions Stage 3 OUTCOMES: # evaluates the impact of empathy, inclusion and respect on themselves and others PD3-3 # applies and adapts self-management skills to respond to personal and group situations PD3-9 |
WHAT ARE GERMS?
how can we fight them?
Visit What are Germs? for Kids
for information.
for information.
"Little Toby learns about germs the hard way.
Made to teach my autistic boys about germs.
Made for kids with special needs who just need an intro to the basics of germs and hand washing."
Great Words Videos
Made to teach my autistic boys about germs.
Made for kids with special needs who just need an intro to the basics of germs and hand washing."
Great Words Videos
Introduces and explores bacteria and viruses. Suit K-2
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"Watch the adventures of the inept "Staph Sargent" and his trusty sidekick as they try to infect the world with germs in this animated educational video.
But as they plot their evil plan, they are thwarted at every turn by trained PDI Agents (Protect Don't Infect) who thwart their attempts by washing their hands, covering their cough and sneeze and staying home when sick.
This wacky video is aimed at kids aged 6-11 however, plenty of humor that goes right over their head and finds it's target with Mum and Dad!" Omni Productions Video Production Company
But as they plot their evil plan, they are thwarted at every turn by trained PDI Agents (Protect Don't Infect) who thwart their attempts by washing their hands, covering their cough and sneeze and staying home when sick.
This wacky video is aimed at kids aged 6-11 however, plenty of humor that goes right over their head and finds it's target with Mum and Dad!" Omni Productions Video Production Company
"Wanda is sick! Ms. Frizzle and the class will get a close look at her sore throat,
but what will happen when Wanda's body mistakes the kids for germs??
Learn all about how our bodies fight germs.
Climb aboard the Magic School Bus to find out!" the reading unicorn
but what will happen when Wanda's body mistakes the kids for germs??
Learn all about how our bodies fight germs.
Climb aboard the Magic School Bus to find out!" the reading unicorn
Susie's Song - The Journey of a Germ - Sid The Science Kid - The Jim Henson Company
read sick simon suits K-2
what is a virus?
virus and bacteria
stop the spread of germs
SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS TO HELP
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Download a copy to colour at:: https://coloringhome.com/coloring-page/1681858?album=germ-coloring-pages
available from: Kid Color Page
A Bacteria Science Experiment: Grow a Germ FarmRESULTS:
Who knew we were surrounded by so much bacteria. In order from least germs to the most –
VISIT THE WEBSITE TO FIND OUT THE DETAILS HAND WASHING ACTIVITY FOR YOUNGER STUDENTS
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GERM CRAFT-TEACH KIDS ABOUT GERMS
"Use this fun game to teach the children about the importance of handwashing to stay healthy.
The children will pass a 'germ' round the circle whilst reciting the rhyme 'Ring-a-ring o' roses'. Who will be holding the germ when the rhyme finishes and have to sneeze and fall down?! A great way to teach the children about personal hygiene and germs." https://www.twinkl.com.au/resource/t-tp-5346-pass-the-germ-handwashing-game |
https://www.twinkl.com.au/resource/us-a-192-how-germs-are-spread-activity
It would make a great activity for establishing routines at the beginning of the school year or as part of a "Keeping Clean" topic. Use eco glitter to make this activity environmentally friendly." |
Visit national geographic's
What to Know About the Germs in Your Home
The average person encounters thousands of different germs every day, but most are harmless.
So what are germs, really?
Tiny organisms are everywhere, but the ones considered “germs" includes a number of species of bacteria and viruses.
You might also find disease-causing fungi and protozoa in a home, especially in areas that are exposed to humidity.
Tiny organisms are everywhere, but the ones considered “germs" includes a number of species of bacteria and viruses.
You might also find disease-causing fungi and protozoa in a home, especially in areas that are exposed to humidity.
how can we STOP colds.....influenza....viruses....from making us sick?
...a cold is an illness that can be caused by a virus.
Influenza, or the flu, is caused by a different family of viruses.
A virus is an infectious agent that can replicate only inside living organisms.
You may wish to watch BrainPOP’s movie on Viruses for an overview of how viruses work. Subscription required
Many children might notice that when one person in class gets a cold, other students and staff catch it.
A cold or flu is contagious, which means it can spread from one person to another.
However, people can prevent the spread of illnesses.
Most germs are spread through the air in sneezes, coughs, or even breaths.
When someone sneezes, tiny water droplets containing germs float into the air and can be inhaled by anyone nearby.
Thus, people should always cover their nose and mouth when they sneeze or cough.
This prevents germs from spreading to others nearby. https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/germs.html
Influenza, or the flu, is caused by a different family of viruses.
A virus is an infectious agent that can replicate only inside living organisms.
You may wish to watch BrainPOP’s movie on Viruses for an overview of how viruses work. Subscription required
Many children might notice that when one person in class gets a cold, other students and staff catch it.
A cold or flu is contagious, which means it can spread from one person to another.
However, people can prevent the spread of illnesses.
Most germs are spread through the air in sneezes, coughs, or even breaths.
When someone sneezes, tiny water droplets containing germs float into the air and can be inhaled by anyone nearby.
Thus, people should always cover their nose and mouth when they sneeze or cough.
This prevents germs from spreading to others nearby. https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/germs.html
cough and sneeze-
elbow please
When the weather starts to get cool, a lot of people start to get sick.
So what’s making people sick and how can you avoid falling ill?
Join Jessi and Squeaks to find out! 4.15
So what’s making people sick and how can you avoid falling ill?
Join Jessi and Squeaks to find out! 4.15
Getting a cold or flu can be sort of scary.
But sometimes the more you know about something, the less scary it is! 14.49
But sometimes the more you know about something, the less scary it is! 14.49
classroom responsibility
help make your classroom safe for you and your students
CREATE A nose blowing/wiping station
A mirror is a great asset to the child
tissues & bin,
sink, water and soap-if not available hand sanitizer can be used or the students go for a walk to the nearest sink.
"Studies have shown that handwashing can prevent
1 in 3 diarrhea-related sicknesses and
1 in 5 respiratory infections, such as a cold or the flu."
1 in 3 diarrhea-related sicknesses and
1 in 5 respiratory infections, such as a cold or the flu."
Visit Why do I have to wash my hands? for kids
VIDEOS for younger students
Our hands are covered in thousands of germs.
We may not be able to see them, but they are there.
You may think that you are killing these germs when you wash your hands.
Think again.
Most people wash their hands too quickly to kill most germs.
And few people dry their hands properly.
Wet, partially washed hands make it easy for germs to grow and spread.
We may not be able to see them, but they are there.
You may think that you are killing these germs when you wash your hands.
Think again.
Most people wash their hands too quickly to kill most germs.
And few people dry their hands properly.
Wet, partially washed hands make it easy for germs to grow and spread.
BTN HANDWASHING
Handwashing – Teacher Resource (PDF)Students will plan and practise strategies to promote good hand hygiene in their community. Health - Years 3-8.
More related resources
Handwashing – Teacher Resource (PDF)Students will plan and practise strategies to promote good hand hygiene in their community. Health - Years 3-8.
More related resources
world wide responsibility
World Health Organization (WHO)
Hand hygiene, either with soap and water or with alcohol-based handrub, is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading infections to others.
Indeed, hand hygiene is an easy, inexpensive, and effective mean to prevent the spread of germs and keep everyone healthy.
Hand hygiene, either with soap and water or with alcohol-based handrub, is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading infections to others.
Indeed, hand hygiene is an easy, inexpensive, and effective mean to prevent the spread of germs and keep everyone healthy.
school responsibility
Schools have a responsibility to provide appropriate hand hygiene consumables to support the personal hygiene routines of students.
I strongly believe that students should be provided with:
liquid soap via a dispenser,
a method for hand drying,
and alcohol-based hand sanitiser where facilities to wash hands with soap and water is not available.
I strongly believe that students should be provided with:
liquid soap via a dispenser,
a method for hand drying,
and alcohol-based hand sanitiser where facilities to wash hands with soap and water is not available.
The Department of Education and Training and the Department of Health and Human Services are working together with schools to help improve hand hygiene and reduce the spread of infectious diseases among primary school children.
Infectious diseases, such as gastro and the flu can spread quickly in the school community.
Schools can reduce teacher and student absences caused by the spread of infectious diseases by:
Visit www.education.vic.gov.au to download the ‘Soapy Hero’ lesson plan and resources.
Infectious diseases, such as gastro and the flu can spread quickly in the school community.
Schools can reduce teacher and student absences caused by the spread of infectious diseases by:
- providing soap in staff and student toilets
- teaching students how to wash their hands properly.
Visit www.education.vic.gov.au to download the ‘Soapy Hero’ lesson plan and resources.
Be a Soap Hero program lesson plans
be a soapy hero program
Meet Simon and Selina.
They are Soap Heroes.
They have a dog called bubbles!
They are Soap Heroes.
They have a dog called bubbles!
Two unlikely Victorian cartoon characters are now spreading this soapy message to school children in Bangalore, India. Click the heading to read more.
"It doesn’t matter where you are in the world, good hand hygiene is important.“The creation of healthy habits during childhood is important to ensure lifelong healthy decisions and actions,” Dr Sutton said.
“By getting the children involved with Soapy Heroes we can help keep classmates, family and friends healthy and stop the spread of dangerous infectious diseases.”
"It doesn’t matter where you are in the world, good hand hygiene is important.“The creation of healthy habits during childhood is important to ensure lifelong healthy decisions and actions,” Dr Sutton said.
“By getting the children involved with Soapy Heroes we can help keep classmates, family and friends healthy and stop the spread of dangerous infectious diseases.”
Clean hands lesson plan for year 2
Clean hands lesson plan for year 1
Clean hands lesson plan for Kinder/ Prep
Clean hands lesson plan for year 1
Clean hands lesson plan for Kinder/ Prep
this kind of reminder might work for the kids
and staff in a hurry!
the article above (click on the image)is suitable for students to read.
it includes a recording of the article for student's to listen to, a quiz at the end and additional related reading links, activities and extension activities. ✨✨✨✨✨
KILL THOSE GERMS AT HOME TOO!
As children begin to pay more attention to what they touch and learn about how germs can spread and cause illnesses, they should become more aware of hand washing and require less prompting.
Understanding how hand washing helps prevent the spread of germs will help your children take responsibility for their own and other people’s health.
For further teaching ideas visit: Brainpop Washing Hands Background Information for Teachers and Parents
Washing your hands is the best way to stop germs from spreading.
Think about all of the things that you touched today — from the telephone to the toilet.
October 15th is Global Handwashing Day!
This year, the Global Handwashing Day theme focuses on the links between handwashing and food including food hygiene and nutrition.
Handwashing is an important part of keeping food safe, preventing diseases, and helping children grow strong.
Their tagline, Clean hands a recipe for health, reminds us to make handwashing a part of every meal.
Studies have shown that handwashing can prevent 1 in 3 diarrhea-related sicknesses and 1 in 5 respiratory infections, such as a cold or the flu.
Watch this video to find out How to play Germ Squirmish
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Take the handwashing with soap quiz here today and find out if you’re a Handwashing Hero!
See what the children know and understand already with either of these quizzes from Brainpop-Subscription required.
You may wish to watch BrainPOP’s movie on Viruses for an overview of how viruses work. Subscription required
The Soap and Detergent Association, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Health and Human Services
Hand Washing plays a major role in preventing the spread of diseases.
Washing your hands regularly with soap and water can protect you from many illnesses caused by viruses and bacteria.
Washing removes germs you pick up when you touch people, animals, or surfaces.
If not removed, these germs may get into your eyes, nose, or mouth and cause illness.
Washing your hands regularly with soap and water can protect you from many illnesses caused by viruses and bacteria.
Washing removes germs you pick up when you touch people, animals, or surfaces.
If not removed, these germs may get into your eyes, nose, or mouth and cause illness.
Hand hygiene has been shown to reduce the incidence of absenteeism in schools as good hand hygiene reduces the spread of microbes and infection.
HORRID HANDS
WHAT AND HOW TO WASH YOUR HANDS
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Sanitizer gel:
- Waterless hand sanitizer provides several advantages over hand washing with soap and water.
- Benefits of waterless hand sanitizer:
- require less time than hand washing
- act quickly to kill microorganisms on hands
- are more accessible than sinks
- reduce bacterial counts on hands
- do not promote antimicrobial resistance
- are less irritating to skin than soap and water
- some can even improve condition of skin
Does Hand Sanitizer Kill Good Bacteria?
"Constant usage of hand sanitizer can kill germs. But, it does not mean that only disease-infecting germs are killed. Instead, it kills both, which is a disadvantage to users and their health."
"Constant usage of hand sanitizer can kill germs. But, it does not mean that only disease-infecting germs are killed. Instead, it kills both, which is a disadvantage to users and their health."