Medicine Safety Superheroes Script

Warm-Up: What Do You Know? (5 minutes)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 1)

"Good morning, future Medicine Safety Superheroes! Today, we're going on an adventure to learn how to keep ourselves super safe and healthy. Can you tell me, what are medicines? Why do people take them?"

(Allow 2-3 students to share their thoughts. Guide the conversation towards the idea that medicines help us feel better when we're sick or hurt.)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 2)

"That's right! Medicines are like special tools that doctors and grown-ups use to help our bodies when we're not feeling well. They can make a owie feel better or help us when we have a cough."

Understanding Medicines (10 minutes)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 3)

"Now, this is super important, so listen closely. Even though medicines help us, they can be dangerous if we don't use them the right way. Some medicines might look like yummy candy, but they are NOT candy! It's very important to remember that."

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 4)

"Who is the only person who should give you medicine?"

(Wait for responses, guide towards 'grown-up' or 'trusted adult')

"You got it! Only a trusted grown-up, like your mom, dad, grandparent, a doctor, or a nurse, should ever give you medicine. They know exactly how much you need and when you need it. Taking medicine without a grown-up's help can make you very, very sick."

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 5)

"It's not just medicines we need to be careful about. There are other things around our homes that can be unsafe if we touch or taste them. Things like cleaning supplies under the sink, bug spray, or even some unknown pills or liquids. If you don't know what it is, what should you do?"

(Wait for responses, guide towards 'don't touch' or 'ask a grown-up')

The 'Ask First' Rule (5 minutes)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 6)

"This brings us to our most important superhero rule today: The 'Ask First' Rule! Can everyone say that with me? 'Ask First'! This rule means you should NEVER touch or taste anything you find without asking a trusted grown-up first."

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 7)

"What if you're playing outside or at a friend's house and you see some pills on the ground or a strange bottle? What should you do? We have a 3-step superhero plan:

1. STOP! Don't go any closer.
2. DON'T TOUCH! Keep your hands away.
3. TELL a trusted grown-up right away!"

"It's super important to tell a grown-up, even if they seem busy. You are helping to keep yourself and others safe!"

Activity Time: Safe or Unsafe Sort (8 minutes)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 8)

"Now it's time to put your superhero brains to work! We're going to do an activity called Safe or Unsafe Sort Activity. I have some pictures of different items. Some are safe to touch or use on your own, and some are unsafe and require a grown-up's help or should not be touched at all. I'll give each of you a set of pictures, and you will sort them into two piles: 'Safe' and 'Unsafe.'"

(Distribute the Safe or Unsafe Sort Activity cards. Circulate and assist students as they sort. After a few minutes, bring the class back together to review.)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 9)

"Alright, Superheroes, let's see how you did!" (Review the items using the Safe or Unsafe Sort Answer Key and discuss why each item is safe or unsafe.)

"You all did a wonderful job! Remember our 'Ask First' rule helps us know what is safe and what is unsafe."

Your Superhero Pledge! (2 minutes)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 10)

"To wrap up our lesson, you're all going to become official Medicine Safety Superheroes! I have a special Medicine Safety Pledge Worksheet for each of you. On this worksheet, you'll promise to always remember the 'Ask First' rule and keep yourself and others safe."

(Distribute the Medicine Safety Pledge Worksheet. Students can color it or trace the words.)

Cool-Down: You Are A Medicine Safety Superhero! (Optional)

(Teacher displays Medicine Safety Superheroes Slide Deck Slide 11)

"Great job today, Medicine Safety Superheroes! You learned a very important lesson about staying safe. Remember, if you are ever unsure about something, always ASK FIRST! Your safety is super important!"

Safe or Unsafe Sort Activity

Instructions: Cut out the pictures below. Sort them into two groups: SAFE and UNSAFE. Glue or draw them into the correct columns on a separate piece of paper.

Pictures to Cut Out:

• Picture 1: A box of colorful candy (e.g., jelly beans, gummy bears)
  
  
  
  
• Picture 2: A bottle of children's medicine with a child-resistant cap (e.g., liquid cough syrup, chewable vitamins, clearly labeled as medicine)
  
  
  
  
• Picture 3: A bottle of cleaning spray (e.g., window cleaner, counter spray)
  
  
  
  
• Picture 4: A plate of fruit (e.g., apple, banana)
  
  
  
  
• Picture 5: A bottle of bright-colored laundry detergent pods
  
  
  
  
• Picture 6: A glass of water
  
  
  
  
• Picture 7: A parent giving a child medicine with a spoon
  
  
  
  
• Picture 8: A bottle of unknown pills on the floor
  
  
  
  
• Picture 9: A tube of toothpaste
  
  
  
  

Safe or Unsafe Sort Answer Key

SAFE Items:

• Picture 1: A box of colorful candy

  • Reasoning: Candy is generally safe to eat when given by a grown-up or bought from a store. However, emphasize that some medicines can look like candy, so always ask first if unsure.

• Picture 4: A plate of fruit (e.g., apple, banana)

  • Reasoning: Fruits are healthy foods that are safe to eat.

• Picture 6: A glass of water

  • Reasoning: Water is safe and important for our bodies.

• Picture 7: A parent giving a child medicine with a spoon

  • Reasoning: This shows a trusted grown-up giving medicine, which is the safe way to take it.

• Picture 9: A tube of toothpaste

  • Reasoning: Toothpaste is safe to use for brushing teeth under adult supervision (especially for younger children).

UNSAFE Items:

• Picture 2: A bottle of children's medicine with a child-resistant cap

  • Reasoning: Even though it's children's medicine, it is unsafe to take without a grown-up's permission and supervision. It's a special tool, not something to play with or take on your own.

• Picture 3: A bottle of cleaning spray (e.g., window cleaner, counter spray)

  • Reasoning: Cleaning products contain chemicals that are very dangerous if touched or swallowed. They should only be handled by adults.

• Picture 5: A bottle of bright-colored laundry detergent pods

  • Reasoning: Laundry detergent pods can look like candy or toys, but they contain strong chemicals that are very poisonous if swallowed or get into eyes.

• Picture 8: A bottle of unknown pills on the floor

  • Reasoning: Any unknown pills or medicines found on the floor are extremely dangerous. They should never be touched, and a grown-up should be told immediately.

Medicine Safety Pledge

I, _________________________ (Your Name),

promise to be a Medicine Safety Superhero!

I will always remember the "ASK FIRST" rule.

My Pledge:

1. I will NEVER touch or take medicine without a trusted grown-up.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. I will NEVER touch or taste anything I find that looks like medicine or a dangerous chemical.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
3. If I find something I am not sure about, I will STOP, DON'T TOUCH, and TELL a trusted grown-up right away!
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

My grown-up knows how to keep me safe.

I will ask for help if I am ever unsure.


## Medicine Safety Superhero Signature:

Date: ______________

Signature: ____________________________________



(Bonus Activity: Draw yourself as a Medicine Safety Superhero below!)