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Body Odor Science Lesson Plan

Students will gain a scientific understanding of body odor and learn effective, practical techniques for managing it.

This lesson is important to promote personal hygiene awareness, boost self-confidence, and improve social interactions among 7th grade students.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Concept Overview

10 minutes

Step 2

Activity - Deodorant Experiment

20 minutes

Step 3

Personal Odor Management Planning

10 minutes

Step 4

Conclusion & Q&A

10 minutes

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Welcome to Odor Patrol

In this slide deck, we provide visual support for the lesson 'Odor Patrol'. The slides cover the scientific background of body odor, including the role of bacteria, sweat chemistry, and impact on social interactions. Use these slides to guide discussion and reinforce key points during the lesson.

What Causes Body Odor?

Discuss the origin of body odor and why it occurs. Emphasize the role of bacteria interacting with sweat and explain that our bodies have natural processes that can lead to odor formation.

Hands-On Activity: Deodorant Experiment

Introduce the group activity. Explain how different substances can influence body odor. Encourage students to compare and discuss the results they observe.

Personal Odor Management

Guide students to reflect on their personal hygiene practices and consider improvements. Use these points as discussion starters to ensure every student feels included.

Conclusion & Q&A

Summarize the lesson, highlighting key learning points. Encourage any final questions and reiterate that personal hygiene is a vital part of self-confidence and social interaction.

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Odor Patrol

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