COVID-19 Info

Important information for Adults

• Get the latest information about COVID 19 and School Closures from the Department of Education and Training.
• Get the latest information about the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) from the Department of Health. 

Information for Students

Cough and Sneeze Poster
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Wash Your Hands Poster
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BTN Episodes

BTN  Episodes

 

• Hand Washing
• Quarantine
• What is a virus?
• Social Distancing
• Mental Health

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1. Write the questions and answers
2. What did the BTN Handwashing story explain?
3. What year did Dr Semmelweis realise that handwashing was important for our health?
   1. 1746
   2. 1846
   3. 1946
4. What famous nurse supported Dr Semmelweis’ views about handwashing?
5. What is another word for germs?
6. What did the experiment in the BTN story show?
7. How many seconds should you wash your hands for?
8. What are good handwashing practices? Write step-by-step instructions.
9. Why are countries releasing videos about hand hygiene?
10. What did you learn from the BTN Handwashing story?

1. In your own words, explain what social distancing is.
2. How is it different to self-isolating?
3. Give some examples of social distancing.
4. What is the government doing to reduce the amount of contact people have with each other?
5. Why is social distancing important?
6. The idea with social distancing is it flattens the curve. What does that mean?
7. Schools that are still open are taking precautions to keep students safe. Give an example.
8. How can you stay connected to family and friends while social distancing?
9. Create a diagram or graphic that communicates the importance of social distancing.
10. How are you feeling about coronavirus? Share your thoughts with a friend or family member.

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