Hand Hygiene 

Hand Hygiene Resources

Resource Name and Target Audience	Resource Description	Photograph of Resource
Glidderbug Kindergarten through Grades 8	The Glidderbug is a UV lamp that can be used to do hand washing demonstrations in a bright environment.   Book the Glidderbug now
Healthy Hands: Hand Hygiene Resource Kit Kindergarten through Grades 8	This kit has been developed in accordance with the Ontario Curriculum to support teachers, students, and their families learn about the importance of proper hand hygiene, such as hand washing.   Available in French.   Book  the Healthy Hands: Hand Hygiene Resource Kit now

Check out this great resource to use in your classroom or at home!

Healthy Hands: Hand Hygiene Resource Manual: The Healthy Hands: Hand Hygiene Resource Manual aligns with the Ontario Curriculum to support teachers, students and their families with good hand washing practices and information. This resource includes lots of great activities and lessons around the topics of germs and healthy hand hygiene.

There is a Healthy Hands Hand Hygiene Resource Kit in your school for your use.  Please see the secretary or principal for this resource.

Healthy Eating

Resources available to borrow

Healthy Eating Apps

Download one of these really great apps for students to learn about healthy eating!

Find in-classroom and school resources to promote healthy eating at school.

Healthy Schools

Check out one of these great resources to use in your classroom or at home!

Welcome to Kindergarten Survival Guide

Votre Guide de survie pour la santé de votre enfant en maternelle

Injury Prevention

Resources available to borrow

Injury Prevention Apps

Download one of these really great apps to help students to stay safe!

Injury Prevention Web Resources

 Check out one of these great online resources to use in your classroom or at home!

Canadian Cancer Society SunSense Certification: The SunSense Certification recognizes schools that have created a sun-safe and sun-smart environment to protect their students and staff from the harmful effects of the sun! If your school has undertaken sun-safe initiatives, register for your certification for the upcoming school year by the September 2019 deadline! This website and information are also available in French. 

Ontario Road Safety: This link allows you to explore grade-specific teaching materials, resources and lessons plans pertaining to road safety. Also available in French.

Parachute Canada - Concussions: This link provides you with resources and additional information on concussions, as well as concussion protocols for schools and health professionals, concussion guidelines, return-to-school and -sport strategies, links to on-going programs and to a Concussion ED app that allows you to increase your general knowledge on concussions. All resources and information are available in both French and English. 

Parachute Canada - Safe Cycling: This link provides you with resources and additional information regarding safe cycling, as well as a Public Service Announcement video pertaining to bike safety (available in multiple languages). Parachute also answers frequently asked questions in regards to safe cycling and helmets. 

Mental Health

Mental Health Apps

Download one of these really great apps for students to support mental health!

Mental Health Web Resources

Check out one of these great online resources to use in your classroom or at home!

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health: It all starts with knowledge. Use this series of free online tutorials as a starting point for learning about mental health.?

Kids Help Phone: Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7, national support service to offer professional counselling, information and referrals and volunteer-led, text-based support to young people in both English and French.

Mental Health among Students in Grades 7 to 12 in the NBPSDHU Region: 2014/15 School Year: The data presented in this report was collected during the 2014/2015 school year. It provides an update of substance use in Ontario youth, updating data that were previously reported in The Health of Youth in the North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit Region (North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit, 2012).

Positive Mental Health Toolkit: This toolkit has been designed to promote positive mental health practices and perspectives within the school environment.  The resource has been divided into a series of online modules, presenting information and materials that are manageable and user friendly. 

Supporting Minds: Supporting Minds was created as part of the Ontario government’s comprehensive mental health and addictions strategy for the province.  An Educator’s Guide to Promoting Students’ Mental Health and Well-being Supporting Minds is intended to complement, rather than supersede, school board initiatives related to promoting student mental health and well-being.

Teen Mental Health: The Mental Health & High School Curriculum Guide is the first and only evidence-based Canadian mental health literacy curriculum resource designed for use in schools (grades 7-10).  Check out all the tools available through the toolbox on this website.

Oral Health

 Resources available to borrow

Name and Target Audience	Description	Image
Oral Health Teaching Puppets (large) Kindergarten through Grade 8	Choose from one of three large puppets (dinosaur, alligator or dragon) to teach your students about proper brushing and flossing. Kit includes large toothbrush, teaching puppet, brushing/flossing poster and carrying case as well as toothbrushes, flossers and timers for your class. Be sure to include the number of students and age group when placing an order.  Book the Oral Health Teaching puppets (large) now
Oral Health Teaching Puppets (small) Kindergarten through Grade 8	Choose from one of three small puppets (dinosaur, monkey or dog) to teach your students about proper brushing and flossing. Kit includes large toothbrush, teaching puppet, brushing/flossing poster and carrying case as well as toothbrushes, flossers and timers for your class. Be sure to include the number of students and age group when placing an order. Book the Oral Health Teaching Puppets (small) now
Toothbrushes, Flossers and Timers Kindergarten through Grade 8	Give your students the tools to practice good oral health! Order a class set of toothbrushes, flossers and timers. Be sure to include the number of students and age group when placing an order.   Order Toothbrushes, Flossers and Timers now

Oral Health Apps

Download one of these really great apps for students to learn about proper brushing and Oral Health!

Oral Health Web Resources

Check out one of these great online resources to use in your classroom or at home!

Brushing is Fun Videos: Includes two great videos on oral hygiene; “How to Brush your Teeth Correctly” and “Teaching Kids about Brushing their Teeth.”

Meet the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Tooth Defenders Video: Meet ordinary characters who turn into Super Dentists and Tooth Defenders when the slimy Placulus and his band of plaque monsters come along. 

Oral Health Activities and Materials: This site contains printable activity sheets for kids and an educational guide for parents. The step-by-step guide includes ideas for children of all ages to help parents make brushing your teeth amazing. "Make Brushing Amazing"

Oral Health Education Guides from Halton Region Public Health: Includes resources such as lesson plans, experiments, games and colouring projects to support the Ontario curriculum for grades K to 8.

Meet ordinary characters who turn into Super Dentists and Tooth Defenders when the slimy Placulus and his band of plaque monsters come along.   

The health unit also provides free dental supplies such as toothbrushes, 2 minute timers and floss to support instruction on the importance of good oral hygiene.

Call 705-474-1400 or 1-800-563-2808 ext. 5328 for more information.

Physical Activity 

Resources available to borrow

Name and Target Audience	Description	Image
Playground Stencils Kindergarten through grade 8	Playground stencils are a great way to help kids be more active! Whether it be classic hopscotch, snakes and ladders or a four square, playground stencils will liven up your playground. Click to view all English language stencils. Click to view all French language stencils.   Book Playground Stencils now
Pedometers Grades 4 through 8	These portable electronic pedometers count each step a person takes by detecting the motion of the person's hands or hips. A great way to track physical activity! Set includes 58 monitors.   Book the Pedometers now

Physical Activity Apps

Download one of these really great apps for students to promote physical activity!

Physical Activity Web Resources

Check out one of these great online resources to use in your classroom or at home!

Ontario Physical and Health Education Association

Canadian Intramural Recreation Association of Ontario

Physical and Health Education Canada

Ontario Association for the Support of Physical and Health Educators

Ministry of Education - Daily Physical Activity

Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines

Guide to Ride

Young Cyclist’s Guide

Playground stencils for loan / Patrons de terrains de jeu à emprunter

Sexual Health

 Resources available to borrow

Name and Target Audience	Description	Image
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Sexual Relationship Grades 7 through 10	This activity encourages students to identify characteristics that make up a healthy/unhealthy sexual relationships. Students must sort cards and determine if the quality listed belongs to a healthy or an unhealthy relationship.   Available in French.   Book the Healthy vs. Unhealthy Sexual Relationship activity now
Sexual Intimacy Continuum Activity Kit Grades 7 through 10	This activity encourages students to question how relationships progress from the first feelings of attraction to dating to sexual intercourse. Students build and examine a relationship step by step.   Available in French. Book the Sexual Intimacy Continuum Activitity kit now
Skittles Cups (STI) Game Grades 7 through 10	Great visual representation of how sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are spread. Students begin with one colour skittle (bead) in their cup and mingle throughout the class, asking questions to one another and trading beads each time. By the end of the game students will be able to see how mixed their cups are and what that signifies.   Book the Skittles Cups Game now
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Board Game Grades 7 through 12	Used as a sexually transmitted infection (STI) lesson to introduce types of STI’s, causes, symptoms, transmission, and treatment (curable/incurable). Students work together to place cards in the correct order to make the board complete.  Can be used as an introduction to an STI unit or as a review to test student knowledge and understanding.   Available in French.   Book the Sexually Transmitted Infections Board Game now
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Risk Factor Activity Grades 7 through 12	This activity allows student to assess their risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Students categorize sexual activities from “no risk to high risk”.   Available in French.   Book the Sexually Transmitted Infection Risk Factor Activity now
Birth Control Teaching Kit Grades 8 through 12	Multiple birth control methods are described in the flipchart explaining what it is, how to properly use it and the advantages/disadvantages of each method.   Book the Birth Control Teaching Kit now
Condom Staircase Activity Grades 8 through 12	To initiate conversation and discussion on the use of condoms. Students have to properly order the steps on how to use a condom.   Available in French.   Book The Condom Staircase Activity now
HIV Risk Factor Grades 8 through 12	Students identify and sort body fluids and other risk factors that can lead to an HIV infection. A great activity to get an understanding of what students already know. The instruction sheet includes helpful guiding questions to start the conversation about HIV and AIDS.   Available in French.   Book the HIV Risk Factor Activity now

Sexual Health Web Resources

Check out one of these great online resources to use in your classroom or at home!

Always Changing (OPHEA): A resource for teaching pre-teens (grades 5 and 6) about the adolescent growth and development, and personal hygiene. This resource is directly linked to the Healthy Living strand in the Health and Physical Education Curriculum. 

Sexual Health Education and Resources (The Sex Information & Education Council of Canada): Includes sexually transmitted infection (STI) fact sheets, Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Education, Sexual Orientation in Schools and numerous other related materials.

Sex & U (Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada): SexandU.ca takes a real-life approach to the questions and issues around sex and offers accurate and credible up-to-date information about sex, lifestyle choices, contraception awareness, sexually transmitted infections and reproductive health. 

Tobacco and Substance Use  

Resources available to borrow

Name and Target Audience	Description	Image
Clem’s Phlegm Grades 4 through 12	This is a great discussion starter for any anti-smoking lesson or program! This sealed jar contains about 2 weeks of the phlegm that would be coughed up by a smoker with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).   Book Clem's Phlegm now
Mr. Gross Mouth Grades 4 through 12	Hinged model of teeth, tongue, and oral cavity shows the effects of using smokeless tobacco. Includes a bottle of simulated tobacco and instructions show how to make the tongue "split." Several oral cancers, gum disease, cavities and loss of teeth can be illustrated on this model.   Book Mr. Gross Mouth now
Pig’s Lungs Grades 4 through 12	A great way to educate students on the harmful effects of tobacco! This pig's lungs kit simulates a smoker's lung and a set of preserved pig lungs to demonstrate differences in colour and texture between a smoker's and a non-smoker's lungs.   Book the Pig's Lungs now
Substance Abuse Prevention (SAP) Bucket Grades 5 through 12	Games, games and more games! Substance Abuse Prevention (SAP) buckets contain a wide variety of interactive games and activities related to tobacco and other substances. All materials and instructions for each game are included. Available in French.   Book The Substance Abuse Prevention Bucket now
Year's Worth of Tar Grades 4 through 12	A great way to show the actual effects of smoking! This graphic, sealed exhibit contains a pack of cigarettes and cigarette butts submerged in gooey tar. The tar in this jar represents the amount of carcinogenic liquid one-pack-a-day smokers put into their lungs over a year's time.   Book the Year's Worth of Tar now
Fatal Vision Goggles Grades 9 through 12	Fatal vision goggles can be used as a training tool to demonstrate the concept of impairment and the dangers of impaired driving. This kit includes 7 goggles all having different levels of impairment with the highest impairment level demonstrating binge or high risk drinking.   Book the Fatal Vision Goggles now

Tobacco and Substance Use Apps

Download one of these really great apps for students to promote healthy choices and prevent tobacco and substance use!

Tobacco and Substance Use Web Resources 

Check out one of these great online resources to use in your classroom or at home!

Ophea - Cannabis Education Resources: Evidence-based resources on substance use (specifically cannabis) for educators and administrators to help students develop the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions to support their health and well-being.

Ministry of Education - Cannabis Resources for Teachers: Resources on cannabis from the Ontario Ministry of Education for school boards, school administrators and educators.

Cannabis Misuse Prevention Lesson Plans: Lessons for grades 6 – 12 on cannabis aligned with the Health and Physical Education curriculum. These lessons are designed to promote wellness and mental health, build resiliency, and develop coping skills.

Cycles: Film-based resource provides with facilitator guides for educators to support classroom discussion on cannabis use and misuse. Teachers can use the guide, discussion questions, and classroom activities to help students understand why youth use cannabis and to recognize abuses.

Tobacco Prevention Toolkit: Theory-based and evidence-informed resources created by educators, parents, and researchers aimed at preventing middle and high school students’ use of tobacco and nicotine. Includes modules on vaping and e-cigarettes.

MediaSmarts: Lesson plans to help students develop critical thinking skills to engage with media as active and informed digital citizens. Topics selected in this link are Alcohol Marketing and Tobacco Marketing.

iMinds: Tools for building drug and gambling literacy. Students are encouraged to both express and think critically about their current drug- and gambling-related beliefs, attitudes and behaviours. The wide range of learning ideas can be adapted and used in curricular areas such as Social Studies, English Language Arts, Science and other subjects and settings. Resources available in English and French.

Project Alert: Program containing a series of 14 lesson plans, designed and evaluated to increase the likelihood of teens remaining drug-free.

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health - Primary Education Resources for Teachers: Guidance to help teachers build confidence and comfort in educating students about drug use and mental health.

Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey: Current and reliable statistical information about the health risk behaviours, attitudes and beliefs of Ontario adolescents (grades 7-12) over time. OSDUHS findings have been widely used by health, education, and government officials in setting health priorities and facilitating preventative policies, programs, and services that address youth needs.

More information on drugs and smoking, vaping and tobacco