Childhood Illnesses Communicable Diseases

Date 5/15/20

Length of Lesson: 5 days

Course Early Childhood Education or Health and Safety of Children

Unit/Theme: Childhood Illnesses Communicable Diseases

Teacher Name Jessica Day

Standard(s): FACS

Implement basic health practices and prevention procedures for workers and learners regarding illness, communicable diseases, accidents, and trauma.

National Standard

4.4.6

NAEYC Standards 1 a, c, d

Observing, documenting, and assessing to support young children and families.

Content Objective(s): Students will be able to identify common methods of disease transmission. Students will be able to identify common childhood illnesses. Students will be able to list the steps of universal infection control , hand washing, diapering procedures, sanitation procedures, and safe room arrangement. Students will be able to identify symptoms that require exclusion from a childcare facility. Students will be able to utilize technology resources to create a visually appealing informational flyer. Students will be able to discuss the impact the childhood illnesses have an childcare facilities , families, and communities.

Misconceptions to address:

Key Vocabulary: Communicable disease: Illnesses that can be transmitted or spread from one person or animal to another Pathogen: A microorganism , such as bacteria, virus, fungus, or parasite Immunized: Airborne transmission : Disease causing pathogens that are carried on tiny droplets of moisture that are expelled during coughs, sneezes, or while talking. The most common form of transmission Fecal- oral transmission : Disease causing pathogens that are passed from fecal matter to the mouth. The second most common form of transmission Direct contact: The third most common method of transmission that occurs when body fluids, such as blood or mucus, or an infected area on another person’s body comes in contact with another individual

Illness only happens to “dirty” people. Illness only impacts those who are sick. Being reactive is the best way to manage illness. Illness is not specific to race, gender, or socio-economic status. Illness effects families proportionately.