GERMS

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What we need to learnFoundation Phase

• To understand what germs are and how they spread

• To understand the importance of good hygiene for keeping healthy

• To know the 5 steps to clean hands.

What we will know

• I can name types of germs

• I know how germs can make me unwell

• I know the 5 steps to use when I clean my hands.

Foundation Phase

• Germs are tiny creatures, so tiny you can’t see them without a microscope

• Germs are found everywhere, and if

germs creep into our bodies they can make us feel unwell

• Scientists call germs ‘microbes’.

What is a Germ?Foundation Phase

• Here are a few germs under the microscope:

What do Germs Look Like?Foundation Phase

Bacteria

• If you have ever had a sore throat or ear infection it was probably caused by bacteria!

• Bacteria can help us too, we have friendly bacteria that live in our bodies that help us digest food.

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Viruses

• Viruses cause chicken pox, the flu, measles and colds

• Viruses like to live inside living plants, animals and people, but they can survive for a while on surfaces like the kitchen counter, a door handle, or objects in your classroom!

Foundation Phase

Germs can live everywhere:

In the air

On your toys

In the water

On your pets

Even on you!!!

Where do germs live?Foundation Phase

• Before and after touching food

• After visiting the toilet

• After coughing or sneezing

• After touching a pet

• Before mealtimes

• Whenever they look dirty.

When to wash your handsFoundation Phase

Cleaning Hands

Cleaning your hands is the best way to stop

bacteria and viruses spreading.

Q. How do you clean your hands?

Q. When do you clean your hands?

Foundation Phase

Did you know that there are 5 steps to cleaning

your hands properly?

1. Wet

2. Soap

3. Wash

4. Rinse

5. Dry

5 Steps to Clean HandsFoundation Phase

Now you know all about germs and how

they can spread, have a think about when

you should wash your hands and how you

can keep staying healthy.

Well done Germ Detectives!!!

Germ DetectivesFoundation Phase