It is important to try not to let the germs go to anyone else's body, or other people may get sick, too. There are many ways to spread germs. Uncovered coughs and sneezes are one way to spread germs. Another way that germs spread is by touching things that were touched by people who are ill, then putting your hands to your face or handling food. Keeping hands clean is an important way to control the spread of germs. .
Students practice effective hand washing.
Demonstrate proper hand washing technique to students, stressing the use of warm water and making lots of bubbles with the soap. Have students practice this technique. Add a picture of soap or hand washing to the unit bulletin board. Demonstrate spread of germs. Select four or five student volunteers and put a sticker on each of these students' hands.