For this dental care secret message worksheet, learners decode the message hidden in the tooth by following the arrows and recording the letters in the order they find them.

Study the nutrition of elderly people and how it helps them to remain independent and healthy.  Learners investigative the nutrition concerns of the elderly. MyPlate, vitamine requirements and sensory changes in the elderly are...

Students dramatize the oral disease process caused by bacteria which leads to tooth decay.

Students identify nutritous foods that promote dental health. They choose a variety of foods that are good for teeth. They identify food groups and their place in the food pyramid. They discuss the importance of dental nutrition.

Third graders discuss the importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness. They examine why good oral hygiene is a significant part of maintaining a healthy body. They focus on the need for daily baths, hair care, and teeth cleaning. They...

In this dental word search puzzle, students identify terms related to dentists. Examples include cavity, cleaning, and crown. A list of 45 words is provided to assist students in this search.

Learners examine their oral hygiene. In this oral hygiene lesson, students examine tooth x-rays, molds, and specimens. Learners create a record of their own teeth.

Students explore, examine and study a module that focuses on the science of the oral environment and major scientific concepts relating to oral health. They investigate the process of tooth decay by interacting with stories and games...

In this teeth and their health worksheet, students make a list of 3 things they should do to maintain healthy teeth. Students are given a word box at the top of the page for reference. 

Students explore the legend of the tooth fairy. They create a tooth necklace out of dough and glitter.

Students identify the arrangement of their teeth. In this dental anatomy lesson, students discuss the functions of each type of tooth and record the state of health of their teeth on a chart. Students brainstorm ways they would be...

Students practice flossing between each egg carton tooth.

Students explore the effects of using proper dental hygiene. In this toothpaste experiment lesson plan, students use eggs, vinegar and crest toothpaste to determine the consequences of plaque on teeth and the effectiveness of toothpaste.

High schoolers explain the use and frequency of use of personal hygiene products by writing an essay explain their personal hygiene regimine and the products they use. This lesson is intended for students acquiring English.

Students, while reviewing the vocabulary list on the board, identify basic personal hygiene products/practices along with daily grooming routines. They discuss the importance of these routines socially and health wise on a daily basis.

In this vowel sound game activity, students insert the missing vowel letters into the dental words. Students try to complete the activity in two minutes.

Students analyze data about their teeth. In this data collection lesson, students determine how often their teeth should be brushed during the day. Students also estimate the amounts of sugar in 17 foods.

Students explore how to floss their teeth properly. They observe a demonstration showing that bruising alone is not enough to remove plaque from all tooth surfaces.

Students list reasons that water conservation is important. They describe methods to conserve water. This lesson could be incorporated with an oral hygiene lesson on brushing teeth.

Young scholars use their knowledge of biofilms to design a model of a new toothbrush to tackle dental biofilms. In addition, they evaluate the product, and communicate the process of the technological design.

Learners examine the importance of good dental hygiene.  In this health lesson, students examine periodontal disease through a series of activities, and how it can be controlled by good oral health.

First graders explore teeth care by identifying healthy and unhealthy choices.

Students identify the cause of dental problems during pregnancy. They state when baby teeth form. They identify ways of keeping baby teeth healthy.

Students sequence the steps in a normal day that can lead to tooth decay and describe how to maintain a healthy mouth.