Washing your hands

Why do you wash your hands?

• to give them exercise
• to get rid of germs
• to get dirty
• to do your homework

If you wash your hands often, you can PREVENT germs from spreading. What does PREVENT mean?

• gross
• stop
• grow
• wash

What should you do just before eating dinner?

• Blow your nose

• Make mud pies

• Pet a dog

• Wash your hands

How long should you wash your hands for?

• about 20 minutes

• about 20 days

• about 20 seconds

• about 20 hours

What are germs?

• Tiny little things that make you strong

• Tiny living things that can make you sick

• Food that you eat

• Things that make you healthy

Can you see germs?

• Yes

• No

How do you spread germs?

Choose all that apply

• Touching

• Coughing

• Washing your hands

• Sneezing

What can you do to stay healthy? Choose all that apply

• Exercise

• Wash your hands regularly

• Play in dirt

• Eat healthy food

When should you wash you hands? Choose all that apply

• After blowing your nose

• After using the toilet

• After taking a shower

• Before eating or touching food

• After playing outside