Explore the different resources for children and youth listed below. Answer the questions and plan ways to share the information with school-agers. Share your responses with your trainer, coach, or administrator.

• Protect Yourself from Germ Monsters
  This podcast offers some simple ways to stay safe from germ monsters
• Wash Your Hands
  This video shows children how to properly wash their hands, one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.
• Lurking in the Locker Room
  This interactive educational tool helps children understand how germs spread and how to prevent illness. It also encourages children to think about the cleanliness of their environment.
   

1. How could you use this information with school-agers?
    
2. Creating podcasts would be a fun and easy way to get your school-age children involved in health-related topics. What are some topics about healthy environments you think school-age children might enjoy researching and developing a podcast for?
    
3. What are three things you will do to help create a safe and healthy environment for school-age children?