Reception

Glitter germs

In today's session, we will be thinking about germs on our clothes; how they are transmitted onto our skin and clothes, and the need to keep clean. We will look into how we can stay clean by washing and changing clothes, and look at the functions of a washing machine. The children will work on creating a visual of a 'before and after' of their uniform following a visit to school. From this, we will explore other ways of keeping clean so that we can keep healthy.

Reception

Glitter germs

In today's session, we will be thinking about germs on our clothes; how they are transmitted onto our skin and clothes, and the need to keep clean. We will look into how we can stay clean by washing and changing clothes, and look at the functions of a washing machine. The children will work on creating a visual of a 'before and after' of their uniform following a visit to school. From this, we will explore other ways of keeping clean so that we can keep healthy.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. By the end of the lesson, pupils will create a visual of the 'before' and 'after' of their uniform after attending school.

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Lesson video

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3 Questions

Q1.
How would you describe the frogs in this pond?
An image in a quiz
Correct answer: Crowded
Empty
Spaced out
Q2.
When do germs spread fast?
When you run
Correct answer: When you touch
When you wave
Q3.
How can we keep safe around others? (Tick two answers)
Correct answer: Stand apart.
Stand together.
Correct answer: Wash our clothes.

5 Questions

Q1.
Can you see germs?
Correct answer: No
Yes
Q2.
Why do you need clean clothes?
To stay asleep
To stay happy
Correct answer: To stay healthy
Q3.
What will keep your clothes clean?
Fridge
Microwave
Correct answer: Washing machine
Q4.
To stay healthy you should wear clean clothes...
Correct answer: Every day
Every month
Every week
Q5.
I can keep myself clean by... (tick two)
Biting my nails
Doing exercise
Correct answer: Having a shower
Correct answer: Washing my hands