Learners conduct a survey about hand washing. They view the results and examine "Infection Charts". They research diseases and talk about the importance of handwashing and how they could improve their hand washing habits.

Middle schoolers participate in a simulation game to experience the societal effects of the Black Plague during the Medieval Period. Information garnered during the game is used to discuss the current state of communicable diseases in...

Students apply Glo-Germ to their hands to see the amount of germs on their skin. As a class, they watch a demonstration on how to properly watch their hands to prevent the spread of disease. To end the lesson, they are introduced to the...

In this health worksheet students learn about the importance of handwashing. Students color the picture and sign a pledge to wash hands.

Healthy habits are a must. This 4-H resource delves into the importance of proper hand washing. This could lead to a discussion of other ways to keep healthy.

Students learn the importance of washing their hands through a "hands on" germ activity. In this germ lesson plan, student put glow germ on their hands, and shake the teacher's hand. When put under a black light, students see the germs...

Students wash cinnamon off of their hands in a variety of ways to learn proper ways to disinfect. In this washing hands lesson plan, students use water, soap, cooking spray, and other ingredients to wash hands and talk about the results.

Students review proper hand washing techniques and make a recipe. For this cooking lesson plan, students explore how to wash their hands properly before cooking and how to make a few edible treats.

Fifth graders examine virus transmission. For this health and nutrition lesson, 5th graders explore hand washing and food handling techniques that prevent food borne illnesses. Students name viruses and the diseases caused by them

Students explore how germs are spread. In this science lesson, students practice good hand washing practices and discuss how washing hands can prevent the spread of germs.

Students participate in an experiment in which they grow bacterial colonies. They examine the effects of antibiotics killing the germs. They discuss their findings to end the activity.

First graders create a poster about health after filling out a survey on a health topic. For this health lesson plan, 1st graders read the Staying Clean and Fit section of their health book.

Second graders role play as dentists researching teeth and their care. They create a slide show showing how a character, Bear, can take care of this teeth explaining habitats, diets and teeth.

Students explore sociological issues. In this sociology lesson, students discover that more and more Canadians are living alone. Students discuss the social and personal implications of this trend.

Students explain dependency exemption and how it affects taxable income, and apply the five dependency tests to determine whether a person can be claimed as a dependent.

Students bring cans of food to class to study and compare labels. They discuss the different information included and the importance of good nutrition. They create a one day menu that would maintain a healthy diet. They role play...

Fifth graders examine how good health depends upon many things, including heredity, lifestyle, personality traits, mental health, attitudes, and the environment.

Students investigate how to give respect to themselves and others. They consider how respect is part of how we treat others and consider personal boundaries. Students discuss how one should handle the situation of being asked to...

In this language arts and social studies instructional activity, students read 20 clues about a person's occupation. Students use the word bank to locate where each person works. Example: I am a nurse. I work at the ___(hospital).

Students explore parts of nature. In this environmental lesson, students discuss how their actions can affect the environment and design a plan to clean up a specified area. Students practice good hygiene during the cleanup project.

You'll never forget the importance of toilet paper and hand washing ever again. Scholars perform an experiment to model the transfer of microbes in the bathroom. They perform three trials to test the transmission of yeast using their...

Join the fight against bacteria. An open investigation shows pupils different aspects of antimicrobial substances, such as disinfectants, deodorants, or plant oils. They design and conduct their own experiments on the effectiveness of...

In this health worksheet, students explore the importance of handwashing by connecting the dots on a picture and coloring it.

Beware the bugs! Two activities engage high schoolers in the study of germs, what they are, what they do to the body, and what can be done to prevent them from spreading. After reading a series of related articles, groups create a...