In this lesson, you will learn how to take care of your teeth just like Whiskers the Mouse! You will understand why brushing your teeth is important to keep them healthy and free from cavities. You will also discover that eating too much candy can hurt your teeth and that there are fun ways to make brushing your teeth enjoyable. By the end of this lesson, you will be excited to brush your teeth every day and share what you learned with your friends!
Whiskers is a little mouse who loves candy more than anything else. His dad often tells him, “Whiskers, that’s enough candy. Go brush your teeth.” But Whiskers doesn’t like brushing his teeth because he thinks toothpaste smells funny. He wishes toothpaste could taste like candy!
One morning, after pretending to brush his teeth, Whiskers sat down for breakfast. He was excited to play soccer with his friend Kiki. But when he bit into his bread, he shouted, “Ouch! My tooth hurts!” His dad looked inside his mouth and said, “Whiskers, you have a cavity. We need to visit the dentist today.”
Feeling scared and upset, Whiskers ran outside and met Kiki. He told Kiki about his toothache and how his dad was mad. They decided to ask Doo Doo, the magic bus, for help. Kiki chanted a spell, and Doo Doo appeared. “Whiskers, why are you crying?” asked Doo Doo.
Whiskers opened his mouth wide, and Doo Doo used magic to look inside. “Whiskers, there’s a black hole in your tooth. That’s the cavity!” Doo Doo showed Whiskers all the candy stuck on his teeth: chocolate, strawberry, and banana candy. Whiskers heard tiny voices saying, “So yummy! Whiskers’ teeth are like candy teeth!”
Whiskers was scared and asked, “Who are they? Why are they digging holes in my teeth?” Doo Doo explained, “Those are bacteria. They love the food stuck between your teeth, especially candy.” Whiskers realized he should have brushed his teeth well and not eaten so much candy. He missed his dad and started to cry.
Doo Doo used magic to take Whiskers back home. Whiskers hugged his dad and said, “I’m sorry! I will brush my teeth well so that my teeth won’t turn into candy.” Daddy Mouse smiled and said, “I’m sorry too for scolding you. Look what I’ve brought you!” It was new strawberry-flavored toothpaste. Whiskers loved it!
Kids, remember to brush your teeth before going to bed. It’s important to keep your teeth clean and healthy!
Whiskers learned that brushing his teeth is important. Now, he brushes every day and enjoys playing with his friends, Kiki and Meow. They have lots of fun together!
Eating vegetables is good for you, just like brushing your teeth. Remember to drink lots of water and take care of your body. Let’s all stay healthy and happy!
Toothpaste Taste Test: Gather a few different flavors of toothpaste, such as mint, strawberry, and bubblegum. Let the children smell each one and choose their favorite. Ask them, “Why do you think Whiskers liked the strawberry-flavored toothpaste? How does the smell or taste make brushing more fun?” Encourage them to think about how different flavors can make brushing teeth more enjoyable.
Brush Away the Sugar Bugs: Use a whiteboard or a large piece of paper to draw a big tooth. Give the children small stickers or stamps to represent candy. Have them stick these on the tooth. Then, give them a toothbrush (or a paintbrush) and let them “brush” the stickers away. Ask, “What happens if we don’t brush the candy away? How does brushing help keep our teeth healthy?” This activity helps them visualize how brushing removes food particles and bacteria.
Healthy Teeth Detective: Take the children on a “Healthy Teeth Hunt” around the classroom or home. Ask them to find items that help keep teeth healthy, like a toothbrush, toothpaste, or a bottle of water. You can also include healthy snacks like apples or carrots. Once they find an item, discuss why it’s good for their teeth. Ask, “What other things can we do to keep our teeth strong and healthy?” This encourages them to connect everyday items with dental health.
