Two lessons identify three steps to prevent catching a common cold or the flu. The first activity turns a familiar song into a friendly reminder to wash hands, cover your coughs, sneezes, and keep hands off your face. Lesson two challenges pupils to create a poster showcasing the three tips.

Concepts

illness, health problems, healthy habits, hygiene, personal hygiene, handwashing

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Instructional Ideas

• Make a classroom poster for lesson two, hang it by the sink or area with tissues and hand sanitizer
• Add in that the tips also prevent against Covid-19, make the additional tip of wearing a mask
• Sing specific verses of the song to those that require a reminder

Classroom Considerations

• Lessons take 30 to 45 minutes to complete
• The second lesson requires materials to create posters

Pros

• The poster allows for flexibility in how it is completed
• The song makes good hygiene entertaining  

Cons

• None