The task that something has is its function.

Toothpaste is a thick, soft, moist substance used on a brush for cleaning one's teeth.

Plaque is a sticky substance that forms a coating on your teeth and gums.

An abrasive material is capable of polishing or cleaning a hard surface by rubbing or grinding.

An ingredient is one of the parts in a mixture.

Comparing toothpaste (non-statutory)

Science

In this The human digestive system unit, pupils learn to describe the simple functions of the basic parts of the digestive system in humans. In the Human circulatory system and keeping healthy unit, they will build on this knowledge to identify and name the main parts of the human circulatory system

In the Human body parts units, pupils learnt to identify and name the basic parts of the human body. In this The human digestive system unit, pupils will build on this knowledge to identify different types of teeth and the basic parts of the digestive system in humans

Introduction to the human digestive system

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Helps to remove food and plaque when brushing.  

Which of these things is a function of toothpaste? 

Toothpaste is a key part of your __________ routine. 

Which of these foods and drinks in your diet will damage your teeth the most? 

{{}} can damage teeth by causing yellow stains on the surface of the teeth. This may need a special toothpaste to remove. 

What did scientists from the past develop to help reduce tooth decay? 

Scientists test different {{}} in toothpaste, such as fluoride and flavourings, to compare how effective they are. 

Which of these things help to keep your teeth and gums healthy? 

To keep your teeth and gums healthy, you need to brush your teeth at least {{}} a day.

{{}} is a sticky substance that forms a coating on your teeth and gums.

What is the surface of the tooth called that can be damaged by the sugary food we eat? 

Teeth can decay and fall out or need to be removed.

What can happen to your teeth if you consume too many sugary foods and drinks? 

There is no sugar in orange juice and diet cola.

There is no sugar in water and diet cola.

Different drinks weigh different amounts in grams.

What does this graph about sugar in drinks show? 

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Comparing toothpaste (non-statutory)

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.