+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Tooth Brushing Lesson Plan

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students discuss importance of brushing teeth, and create paper teeth to practice brushing plaque.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What Causes Tooth Decay

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students investigate oral hygiene.  In this personal health lesson, students discover the parts of a tooth and how to best protect them from disease.  Students examine the effects of acids on tooth enamel and calcium.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Tell Me the Tooth

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students demonstrate the proper teeth brushing technique. In this dental hygiene lesson, students read the book I Know Why I Brush My Teeth and invite a dentist into the classroom to demonstrate the proper way to brush teeth.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Crest Egg-Speriment

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students discover how fluoride protects their teeth. In this dental lesson, students conduct an experiment with two eggs to simulate what would happen if they didn't take care of their teeth. Students discuss the results of the...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Watch Your Mouth

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the effects of tooth loss to their bodies.  In this oral health lesson students complete several activities that help them determine how tooth loss effects nutrition, facial structure and jaw bones. 
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What Do Mouths Do?

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students discover the purposes and parts of the mouth, about oral health.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Healthy Field Day

For Teachers K - 5th
Hosting a Healthy Field Day will take a lot of planning and organization, but with a lot of parent participation it can come together very well. The resource describes seven stations of the ten that were presented. Each of these has a...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Human Body: Teeth

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students examine the structure of teeth, the different types of teeth and their functions. They discuss how to take care of their teeth and how to prevent dental diseases by viewing movies, participating in hands-on experiments and...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Taking Care of Your Teeth

For Teachers 1st
First graders discuss the importance of taking care of their teeth while viewing pictures showing good/poor teeth care. In this health and science lesson, 1st graders list 3 things to do to keep teeth healthy, creating a lis on chart...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Good Nutrition for Good Dental Health

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students identify nutritous foods that promote dental health. They choose a variety of foods that are good for teeth. They identify food groups and their place in the food pyramid. They discuss the importance of dental nutrition.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Egg Flossing Lesson Plan

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students practice flossing between each egg carton tooth.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Good Health Care

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students work in collaborative groups researching topics such as nutrition, the benefits of exercise on the body, dental and personal hygiene. They conduct interviews, create charts and posters, and report their results with a written...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Nutrition and Oral Health

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students participate in activities that help to educate them on oral health and nutrition.  In this investigative lesson students will identify foods that promote good oral health and hygiene.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Smile Smarts Oral Health Curriculum

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Students are given information on good oral health and tooth protection that is appropriate to their age and lifestyle. They discuss how adult permanent teeth are meant to last the rest of their life. Students are given a copy of "Teeth...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Let's Eat

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders will discuss foods that are healthy for their teeth and foods that are not healthy for their teeth. They create a graphic organizer using Inspiration showing 4 foods that are healthy for their teeth.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What Keeps Your Mouth Healthy?

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students dramatize the oral disease process caused by bacteria which leads to tooth decay.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Look at My Teeth

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students examine their oral hygiene. For this oral hygiene lesson, students examine tooth x-rays, molds, and specimens. Students create a record of their own teeth.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Water Conservation Task

For Teachers K - 8th
Students list reasons that water conservation is important. They describe methods to conserve water. This lesson could be incorporated with an oral hygiene lesson on brushing teeth.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

First Smiles

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students explain the risks associated with teeth and gum problems during pregnancy. In this adult  health lesson, students brainstorm ways to prevent childhood cavities. They recommend ways to care for their teeth.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Understanding the Body, Day 3: Sexual Health and Hygiene

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils identify the components of good hygiene and the consequences of poor hygiene. They practice using different hygiene tools and discuss how often they should be used. They discover that hygiene is a personal responsibility.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

ADULT ESOL LESSON PLAN--Level 2--Health and Nutrition

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students, while reviewing the vocabulary list on the board, identify basic personal hygiene products/practices along with daily grooming routines. They discuss the importance of these routines socially and health wise on a daily basis.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Maintaining Good Personal Hygiene

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students list habits that can be used to maintain good personal hygiene. They identify hygiene products and explain their uses in maintaining a good self image and personal hygiene habits. This instructional activity is intended for...
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Personal Hygiene Products and Their Uses

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explain the use and frequency of use of personal hygiene products by writing an essay explain their personal hygiene regimine and the products they use. This lesson is intended for students acquiring English.
+
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Dental Arithmetic: Sugar Clocks

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students analyze data about their teeth. In this data collection lesson plan, students determine how often their teeth should be brushed during the day. Students also estimate the amounts of sugar in 17 foods.