Group 4 Disease Prevention/Hygiene

1st Grade

Abby McIntoshTheresa Nalewaja

Megan UdovichJessica King

What is a GERM?

Germs are VERY small organisms that are everywhere.

We need to use a very powerful microscope in order to see them.

They can make people very sick from the time they are born until they are very old.

What kinds of germs are there??

BACTERIA: Tiny germs that are made up of one cell. 

*Strep Throat*Food poisoning

VIRUSES: One celled germs but are MUCH smaller than Bacteria.

*Chicken Pox*Flu*Common Cold

How to Prevent the Spread of Germs

Sneeze and cough into your elbow!

Throw away used tissues after you have used them.

Wash your Hands Regularly

Don't touch your face or mouth with unwashed hands

Body Care

Wash your face, hands, and body each dayGets rid of dirt,

germs and smelliness

Head Lice

What is it? How can I not get head lice?

• Don't share brushes, hats, clothing

• wash combs and brushes

• School and sleepovers

How to Not Get Sick

Dress for the weather!!

Eat HealthyPlay Outside...

Move!Sleep

  

Hand Washing 

Washing your hands will help get rid of germs and keep you healthy!

When should you wash your hands?

Before eating food 

After going to the bathroom

     Before touching a cut 

After coughing or sneezing

Correct Way of Hand Washing

1. Use warm water

2. Use soap

3. Wash hands for at least 10-15 seconds 

4. Dry hands and forearms     with a towel

Lets wash our hands together!

If you’re happy and you know it, wash your handsIf you’re happy and you know it, wash your handsIf you’re happy and you know it, and you really want to show itIf you’re happy and you know it, wash your hands. 

Brushing Teeth

Brush your teeth at least 2 times a day!

No food or drinks at night after you brush your teeth 

Brush for 2-3 minutes 

 

 

Visit the dentist 2 times a year