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Handout
eSchool Today

E School Today: Oral Care Tips for Great Teeth & Great Smiles

For Students 4th - 7th
Learn about milk and adult teeth, the types of teeth we have and their functions, the anatomy of a tooth, dental decay and tooth plaque, how to take care of your teeth, what dental braces do, what causes bad breath or halitosis, and why...
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: What Causes Bad Breath?

For Students 9th - 10th
Halitosis is a curse that has plagued humanity since ancient times. But what causes it, and why is it so universally terrifying? The following video and guide outlines the basics of bad breath - and what you can do when it strikes you....
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Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Cinnamon Gum and Mouth Microbes

For Students 9th - 10th
A scientific study has shown that chewing Big Red Gum reduces mouth microbes. Cinnamon oil in gum is a natural defense against mouth bacteria that cause tooth decay and bad breath. Conduct an experiment to compare products with cinnamon...
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Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Staying Healthy

For Students 3rd - 5th
Find yummy recipes for food to make yourself! There are also articles about the reasons for vitamins and minerals, how to eat when you're playing sports, and a number of other important topics.
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Activity
Treehut

Suzy's World: Bacteria

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this site to find out what happens when you don't brush your teeth with this quick fact sheet on bacteria.