Germs Can Be Hiding Just

About Anywhere
Dave and the chipmunks find them in the kitchen, on their plates, on
their hands — even on their paws! Germs can multiply and make
you sick. But you can stay healthy by doing as the chipmunks do
and following these important rules:
Wash your hands and surfaces often.
 Always use clean knives, forks,
spoons and plates. Never place
Wash hands with warm water and soap for
cooked food on a plate that
20 seconds before and after handling food.
previously held raw food.
Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly
To save leftovers or take out, be sure

under running water just before eating,
to chill within two hours.
cutting, or cooking.
Put backpacks and books on the

Kids, complete the
Wash your hands: crossword search
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or meal knowledge!
S After playing with pets
S After using the bathroom
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