HSW-PLS.720FG FACILITATOR'S GUIDE THOSE MEAN NASTY DIRTY DOWNRIGHT DISGUSTING BUT INVISIBLE GERMS JUDITH ANNE RICE AND REED MERRILL (Spanish edition available contact the NEP office) Grade Recommendation: K, 1st Book Summary: As Rosa goes through her day, mean, nasty, dirty, downright disgusting but invisible germs get on her hands. Rosa washes and dries her hands to get rid of the germs before she eats her peanut butter and banana sandwich. Major Concepts: Hand washing Learning Objectives and Evaluation Outcomes: Children will identify when to wash hands. Story Introduction Example: Have you ever heard the word germs? What are germs? Can you see them? Explain that germs are tiny living things that we cannot see, but that for this book, the illustrator has made germs bigger than they really are. Some children may be confused about the difference between germs, viruses and bacteria. Tell them that bacteria and viruses are types of germs. It is very important to explain that even though most germs are harmless, some may make people sick. The book is about germs that make people sick. Note: Read the last page to learn more about hand washing. Discussion Questions: Why do we wash our hands? When should you wash your hands? With what should you wash your hands? What should you do after you wash your hands?
TASTING ACTIVITIES Activity 1: Simply Beautiful Sandwiches 4 tablespoons peanut butter or cream cheese 4 slices whole-wheat bread or whole-grain tortillas 1 banana, sliced Optional toppings: cinnamon, coconut flakes, drizzle of honey 1. Spread the peanut butter or cream cheese on the bread or tortilla. 2. Top with banana slices. 3. Sprinkle with optional toppings if desired. Note: Toast bread for a warm treat. Source: Nutrition Education Program, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service Yield: 4 servings Serving size: 1 sandwich or wrap Nutrition facts per serving: 220 calories; 9g fat; 1.5g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 0mg cholesterol; 180mg sodium; 30g carbohydrate; 2g fiber; 8g sugar; 0g added sugars; 9g protein; 0% Daily Value of vitamin D; 4% Daily Value of calcium; 10% Daily Value of iron; 2% Daily Value of potassium. Reinforcement Messages: Ask children what they should do before they eat the sandwiches. They should wash their hands. Brainstorm examples when children need to wash their hands before eating. Examples would be: After brushing their hair, blowing their nose, playing with a pet, tying their shoelaces. Explain that no matter what the children were doing, they need to wash their hands before they eat. Activity 2: Fruit Kabobs Various fruit, cut into pieces (e.g., strawberries, grapes, raspberries, kiwi, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, blueberries, bananas) Lemon juice, orange juice or pineapple juice (only needed for fruit that brown) Other Supplies: Skewers or coffee stirrers 1. Toss fruit in a small amount of lemon, orange or pineapple juice to prevent browning. 2. Thread any combination of fruit on skewers. Source: Nutrition Education Program, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service
Yield: 1 serving Serving size: 1 skewer Nutrition facts per serving: 35 calories; 0g fat; 0g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 0mg cholesterol; 0mg sodium; 9g carbohydrate; 1g fiber; 7g sugar; 0g added sugars; 0g protein; 0% Daily Value of vitamin D; 0% Daily Value of calcium; 0% Daily Value of iron; 2% Daily Value of potassium. Reinforcement Message: Say that eating fruits is good for the children, as the fruits have vitamins that help fight germs. Activity 3: Fruit Dip 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt ¼ cup sugar ¼ cup orange juice 2 cups low-fat or fat-free whipped topping, thawed Various fruits, cut into pieces (e.g., strawberries, cantaloupe, bananas, apples, pineapple, peaches, kiwi) 1. Mix first four ingredients until smooth. 2. Serve with mixed fruits. Source: Nutrition Education Program, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service Yield: 3 servings Serving size: ¼ cup Nutrition facts per serving: 190 calories; 0g fat; 0g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 0mg cholesterol; 60mg sodium; 32g carbohydrate; 0g fiber; 29g sugar; 17g added sugar; 2g protein; 6% Daily Value of vitamin D; 8% Daily Value of calcium; 0% Daily Value of iron; 2% Daily Value of potassium. Reinforcement Message: Explain that eating fruit is really good for the children, as fruit has vitamins that help fight germs. Activity 4: Red, White and Blueberry Muffins 1 egg ½ cup skim milk ½ cup nonfat vanilla yogurt 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 teaspoons lemon zest 2 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup sugar 4 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1½ cups fresh or frozen, unsweetened blueberries, whole
1 cup fresh or frozen, unsweetened strawberries, chopped Nonstick spray Topping 3 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons chopped pecans ¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1. Position rack in the center of the oven. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together egg, milk, yogurt, oil and lemon zest. 3. Sift the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt onto the liquid ingredients. Using a fork, stir very lightly until ingredients are combined. 4. Gently fold in the berries. 5. Pour the batter into a muffin pan coated with non-stick spray. 6. In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Sprinkle evenly over muffins. 7. Bake 25-30 minutes or until the tops are lightly browned and a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 8. Allow the muffins to cool at least 10 minutes. 9. Serve warm or at room temperature. Tip: The recipe can also be prepared in a mini-muffin tin for smaller samples. Source: Becky Freeman, Former Social Marketing Research Project Coordinator, Nutrition Education Program, University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service. Yield: 12 servings Serving size: 1 muffin Nutrition facts per serving: 190 calories; 5g fat; 0g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 15mg cholesterol; 280mg sodium; 33g carbohydrate; 1g fiber; 15g sugar; 12g added sugars; 4g protein; 0% Daily Value of vitamin D; 10% Daily Value of calcium; 6% Daily Value of Iron; 2% Daily Value of potassium. Reinforcement Message: Ask children what they should do if they drop food they re eating, like this muffin, on the floor. They should throw it away and have another one. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Activity 5: Germs Game 1. Have children stand in a circle or next to their desks. 2. Start germ-related statements with If you should then jump! Choose a new movement for each round. Examples of statements: If you should wash your hands If you should toss used tissues If you should cough into your sleeve If you should put a cookie that you dropped on the floor in the trash.
If you should wash your hands after using the bathroom If you should always wash your hands with soap and warm water If you should wash your hands before you eat If you should wash your hands when they are dirty Activity 6: Germ Toss White paper wads Large container, such as a cardboard box 1. Have children stand in a circle. 2. Place the container in the middle of the circle. 3. Ask children if they know what to do after they use a tissue when they sneeze or blow their nose. 4. Explain that they are going to pretend that the paper wads are used tissues full of bacteria. Their goal is to properly get rid of them by tossing them into the trash can (the container). 5. Practice tossing the paper wads. Give each child 1 or more. Either have all children toss the wads at the same time or have 2 children stand next to each other and toss 1 paper wad each. Then, continue with next 2 children until the entire class has thrown their tissues. 6. After all the tissues with germs are tossed, ask the children what needs to be done afterward (hands washing). 7. Explain that they should wash their hands for as long as it takes to sing the Happy Birthday song twice. Have children pretend to wash their hands and sing the Happy Birthday song twice. Encourage them to practice singing while washing hands at home. Variations: You can play the game in several rounds. In the first round, have children stand on both legs while tossing; in the second round, have them stand on one leg; in the third round, have them sit. You can also change the position of the container. For example, place it on the floor in the first round and on a chair in the second round. You can also adjust children s distance from the container. Start with a small circle, then make it bigger and have children stand farther from the container.
OTHER ACTIVITIES Activity 7: How a Sneeze Spreads A handful of lightweight small objects such as cotton balls, pompoms or popped popcorn. 1. Ask children why they should cover their mouths when they sneeze or cough. 2. Take a handful of small cotton balls or a similar material and explain that they represent germs, even though real germs are much smaller and are not visible to the eye. 3. Bring your hand close to your mouth. 4. Pretend to sneeze or cough and toss cotton balls from the hand. 5. Measure with children how far germs got away. 6. Ask children if they know how to sneeze or cough in a way that would stop germs from spreading around. 7. Teach them to sneeze and cough into a tissue. If a tissue is not available, have them cough or sneeze into a sleeve or the crook of an arm. Demonstrate the technique and let children try it. Point out that if they sneeze or cough into their hands, they must wash or sanitize them. Activity 8: Soap and Pepper Experiment Small containers to hold water like a bowl or paper plate Pepper Dish liquid or liquid soap 1. Pour water into the container. If the group is large, use more containers so all the children can see the experiment and participate. 2. Explain that pepper represents germs, even though real germs are much smaller and cannot be seen. Sprinkle the pepper into the container. 3. Ask volunteers to dip their finger into the water. Observe what happens (the germs float around or stick to the finger). Explain that using water does not do anything to repel the germs. 4. Squirt dish liquid or liquid soap on a finger of another volunteer and have them rub it around the finger, making sure the whole tip of the finger is covered with soap. Ask them to dip their finger in the water. Observe what happens. Soap made germs stay away from the finger. 5. Have a discussion about the importance of hands washing with soap. Adapted from Fantastic Fun and Learning (2014). Make Germs Scatter Science Demonstration. http://www. fantasticfunandlearning.com/make-germs-scatter-science-demonstration.html
Activity 9: Hand Washing Soap Sink Paper towels 1. Have children practice the proper hand washing technique. They should wash hands with warm water and soap for about 20 seconds as long as it takes to sing Happy Birthday song twice. 2. Explain the importance of drying hands afterward. Germs spread more easily from wet hands. LESSON REVIEW EXAMPLE Today, we learned a lot about germs. Even though most germs are harmless, some can make you sick. That s why you should always wash your hands. Do you know when you should wash your hands? Remind children that they should wash their hands before and after handling food, before eating, after using the bathroom and after touching a pet, combing hair, blowing nose or sneezing into their hands. Educational programs of Kentucky Cooperative Extension serve all people regardless of economic or social status and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.