Objectives

• Explain the difference between sweeties and medicines
• Recognize potential sources of medicine in the home
• Understand why medicines are necessary and important
• Learn how to keep safe when handling medicine

Materials

• Pictures of medicines and sweets
• Whiteboard and markers

Procedure

1. Introduction (10 minutes)

• Ask the students to today’s lesson topic is “Learning About Medicines”
• Say that they will be learning about the difference between sweets and medicines
• Have the students guess what medicines are used for (illnesses, injuries, health purposes)

1. Explanation of Medicine (15 minutes)

• Show the students pictures of medicines, discussing each type and its purpose
• Talk about where medicines can be found in the home (medicine cabinet, pantry, bathroom)
• Give examples of different types of medicines and the effects they have on the body

1. Keeping Safe with Medicine (15 minutes)

• Discuss safety tips when handling medicines
• Tell the students that medicines should always be kept away from children
• Explain the importance of reading instructions when giving medicine

1. Questions and Activity (15 minutes)

• Ask the students questions to determine what they have learned
• Have the students draw pictures of medicines and sweets

1. Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Review what was covered in the lesson
• Discuss the importance of medicines and how they can help people when they are feeling ill or injured