Regular exercise keeps our body fit and healthy. it helps our body to function better, It also helps to make our bones Stronger.

It is best for us to exercise at least three times a week.

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What will happen if we eat a lot and do not exercise?

Washing hands
There are a lot of germs on our hands. Germs can get into our body, especially when we eat. This can make us ill.

We should wash our hands with soap before and after a meal, and after using the toilet. Washing our hands properly helps to keep germs away.

Washing our hands before a meal helps to prevent germs from entering our food.

Rest
Every day, we use our body fo carry out many activities. So we should give our body enough rest by getting a good sleep every night.

Having enough rest keeps us from falling sick easily. It also helps us to concentrate when we study and allows us to have more energy to play every day!

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How do we know when we are not getting enough sleep?

How are healthy children and unhealthy children different?

A healthy child and an unhealthy child are different in many ways.

This girl is healthy. She:

always has a balanced diet.

is active because she exercises regularly and has enough rest.

does not fall sick easily.

can concentrate when studying.

This girl is unhealthy. She:

always eats too much or too little.

is inactive because she lacks exercise and rest.

falls sick easily.

cannot concentrate when studying.

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Compare yourself with the two children. Are you healthy?