Below you will find links to information on trainings and educational resources.
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CDC Resources
BAM! Body and Mind - Hand Washing Experiment (5-8) Students will learn that "clean" hands may not be so clean after all and that washing their hands can prevent the spread of disease.
Curriculum Ideas for Exploring Handwashing
[PDF - 30 pages] This curriculum assists children in developing healthy habits and gives them an appreciation for, and an understanding of, the benefits of handwashing.
GloGerm – Educational Worksheets (K-6) These lesson plans and worksheets in English, Spanish, and French tailor handwashing information and activities to grade level.
Health Promotion Materials View and download videos, podcasts, posters, stickers, and more for kids and other audiences.
Hygiene-related Presentations Download and customize these presentations, featuring simple global handwashing data and information in an interactive format ideal for a classroom setting.
CDC Ambassadors CDC employees, contractors, and university fellows provide community outreach, including handwashing education, in schools, community- and faith-based organizations, and at events in their own neighborhoods. Contact CDC Community Relations for more information.
David J. Sencer CDC Museum This unique museum features award-winning permanent and changing exhibitions that focus on a variety of public health topics, as well as the history of CDC. The museum is free and open to the public. It can accommodate student field trips and other groups by reservation.
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