Explain the effects of a disease like measles, that was a common experience for most children a few generations ago. Using pictures and a map, show how many childhood diseases are still common in areas of the world that are not so fortunate as we are. Talk about the work of scientists, and how they help people become healthier.
Many medicines come from the earth.
Have children work together to create a picture of a forest with medicines coming from the plants. Cut up construction paper to make trees and other plants. Have each child create a figure of a child to place in the forest to be helped by the plants. Encourage them to make their figures both boys and girls, with different colored skin, hair, eyes, etc.