Healthy Me: Keeping Clean

Healthy Me: Keeping Clean is an engaging and informative guide that helps children understand the importance of hygiene for staying healthy and feeling good. Presented in a question-and-answer format with friendly and humorous illustrations, the book tackles common childhood curiosities like œWhy do I have to wash? and œWhat's wrong with biting my nails? It gently encourages good habits such as regular handwashing, nail trimming, and wearing clean clothes. Ideal for the classroom or home, this title includes notes for parents and teachers with practical tips and further activity ideas. It aligns with PSHCE and Key Stage 1 & 2 science outcomes, making it a valuable resource for early health education.

Educational Benefits:

• Teaches key hygiene concepts in an age-appropriate way.
• Supports science and PSHCE curriculum links.
• Encourages personal responsibility and self-care.
• Promotes healthy habits for long-term well-being.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use as a starting point for a œHealthy Habits poster project.
• Play a hygiene trivia game using questions from the book.
• Demonstrate proper handwashing with fun songs or visuals.
• Role-play hygiene scenarios to reinforce good habits.

Information:

• Ages: 6-8 years
• Format: Paperback
• Includes: Teacher/parent notes and activities
• Curriculum links: Science (KS1 & KS2), PSHCE