'Vaccine or no vaccine?' KS1 Sorting Activity
‘Vaccine or no vaccine?’ KS1 Sorting Activity suitable for KS1.
This collection of physical wellbeing resources has been designed to support children with understanding germs, the impact that germs have on our bodies (both positive and negative) alongside the use of vaccinations and immunisations.
This collection of resources accompanies the book ‘Hi Germs, Please Go Away!’ by Channon Gray. You can download a link to this below.
How could this resource be used?
- To support children with understanding that germs can be both good and bad.
- To help children to develop knowledge of different types of germs and what they do.
- To assist with teaching children about vaccinations (and immunisations) and their uses.
Relevant Curriculum Links:
England PSHE – Which statutory PSHE curriculum* objectives does this resource fall into? *in line with the PSHE Association 2021 Statutory Guidance.
- KS1: H5. simple hygiene routines that can stop germs from spreading.
- KS1: H6. that medicines (including vaccinations and immunisations and those that support allergic reactions) can help people to stay healthy.
- KS2: H9. that bacteria and viruses can affect health; how everyday hygiene routines can limit the spread of infection; the wider importance of personal hygiene and how to maintain it.
- KS2: H10. how medicines, when used responsibly, contribute to health; that some diseases can be prevented by vaccinations and immunisations; how allergies can be managed.
Scottish Health and Wellbeing Curriculum Outcome(s):
Mental, Emotional, Social and Physical Wellbeing:
- I am developing my understanding of the human body and can use this knowledge to maintain and improve my wellbeing and health. HWB 0-15a / HWB 1-15a / HWB 2-15a / HWB 3-15a / HWB 4-15a.
- I am learning to assess and manage risk, to protect myself and others, and to reduce the potential for harm when possible. HWB 0-16a / HWB 1-16a / HWB 2-16a / HWB 3-16a / HWB 4-16a.
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