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Show Them The Germs!

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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 that were spread and discuss the importance of proper hand washing.

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handwashing, personal hygiene

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glow germ, shake hands, washing hands, science
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Grade
1st - 3rd
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
30 mins
Instructional Strategies
Project-Based Learning
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