Lesson Plan for Nursery 1 - Health Habits - Care Of The Mouth Ii

Sure! Here's a lesson plan for Nursery 1 students on "Care of the Mouth II": ### Lesson Plan: Care of the Mouth II **Duration:** 30 minutes --- **Objective:** - To teach Nursery 1 students the importance of taking care of their mouths, including teeth and gums. - To introduce basic habits for maintaining oral hygiene. --- **Materials:** - Picture books or flashcards featuring images of healthy teeth and gums. - Toothbrushes and toothpaste (child-friendly fluoride-free toothpaste). - Mirror for group activity. - Puppets or models of a mouth for demonstration. - Songs or rhymes about brushing teeth. - Simple rewards like stickers. --- **Lesson Structure:** **1. Introduction (5 minutes):** - Gather the students in a circle on the carpet or designated class area. - Show them a puppet or a model of a mouth. - Engage them with a brief discussion about the things we can do with our mouths (talking, eating, smiling, etc.). - Introduce the topic: "Today, we are going to learn how to take care of our mouths so they stay happy and healthy!" **2. Story Time (5 minutes):** - Read a short picture book or show flashcards about a character who learns how to brush their teeth. - Example book: "Brush Your Teeth, Please" by Leslie McGuire. - Ask questions about the story to reinforce the key points (e.g., "Why did the character brush their teeth?", "What happens if you don't brush your teeth?"). **3. Demonstration (10 minutes):** - Use the mouth model or puppet to demonstrate how to brush teeth properly. - Show how to apply the toothpaste to the toothbrush. - Use small circular motions on the puppet's teeth. - Invite a few students to come up and practice brushing on the model. - Highlight the importance of brushing twice a day, in the morning and before bed. **4. Brushing Song and Action (5 minutes):** - Teach the students a simple brushing teeth song. - Example: "This is the way we brush our teeth, brush our teeth, brush our teeth, this is the way we brush our teeth, early in the morning." - Sing and do the actions together to reinforce the learning through movement and music. **5. Hands-On Activity (3 minutes):** - Give each student a toothbrush and a small amount of toothpaste. - Let them practice brushing motions on their own (without actual toothpaste use if not practical). - Provide mirrors for them to see themselves brushing. **6. Conclusion and Reinforcement (2 minutes):** - Give positive reinforcement and reward them with stickers for participating. - Recap the key points: brushing twice a day, using toothpaste, and visiting the dentist with the help of a rhyme or simple closing statement. - Encourage them to tell their parents about what they learned and practice brushing at home. **7. Dismissal (2 minutes):** - Thank the students for being attentive. - Send a note home for the parents with tips on oral hygiene for young children. --- **Note for Educators:** - Always ensure that activities are conducted in a hygienic manner, especially if children are handling objects that will go in their mouths. - Adjust the lesson according to the attention span and responsiveness of the students. --- This lesson plan prioritizes interactive and sensory learning, which is effective for young children in Nursery 1.