Format
1. Students name ways we use our teeth
2. Each tooth has its own job and students learn those jobs
3. Visiting dentist two times per year
4. Practicing brushing using a disposable toothbrush for 2 minutes and brushing at home two times per day are emphasized
5. Learning about healthy and unhealthy foods
6. Categorizing foods into healthy or unhealthy foods for our teeth based
7. Summarize care of teeth with the 2/2/2 rules
Objectives
1. State that they need to brush their teeth twice a day once in the morning and once at night.
2. State that they need to brush their teeth for two minutes each time to help prevent cavities.
3. Demonstrate proper brushing technique.
4. State that they should see a dentist twice a year.
5. Choose which foods help teeth and which foods hurt teeth.
Standards Alignment
National Standards
National Health Education Standards: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8.
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State Standards
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