Lesson Plan

Hygiene Matters Lesson Plan

Students will understand key personal hygiene practices and their importance in preventing illness and fostering self-esteem.

Understanding personal hygiene helps lower the risk of illness and builds confidence, contributing to a healthier and more positive classroom environment.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Activity and Presentation

15 minutes

Step 3

Discussion and Wrap-Up

10 minutes

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Why Does Hygiene Matter?

Introduce the topic by sharing why hygiene is important and ask students what they do each day to keep clean. Emphasize that washing hands and brushing teeth help stop germs.

Key Hygiene Practices

Show pictures of teeth brushing, hand washing, and bathing. Explain that these activities prevent illness and help us feel good about ourselves.

Benefits of Good Hygiene

Discuss the benefits of good hygiene, using simple language and relatable examples. Use questions: 'How do you feel after washing your hands?'

Walk students through a quick demonstration video of proper hand washing technique. Pause for discussion if needed.

Let's Stay Clean!

Wrap up the lesson by summarizing the importance of hygiene. Ask students to share what new thing they learned today.

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