I can't even begin to describe how many of my students are currently sick with colds. Along with the change of seasons and the spread of germs, most of them are really feeling miserable. It's the perfect opportunity to teach them how important it is to wash their hands regularly and to cover their mouths when they cough or sneeze. Believe it or not, millions of school days are missed each year due to student absences that are caused by illnesses like the common cold or the flu. Lysol® has partnered with Madison Square Boys and Girls Club of America in New York City to teach students about the presence of millions of germs that invade their classrooms every single day! The best part is that fourth-graders will be able to quantify these germs through interactive science experiments. They are learning how germs can flourish on desks, light switches, doorknobs, and school supplies and how they can protect their classroom … [Read more...]