Body Heroes Teacher Guide Pre-K Safety Series • 15-Minute Lesson
Super Body Heroes
Focus Area
Medicine & Body Safety
Total Time 15 Minutes
Target Age Pre-K (Ages 3–5)
Key Rule Ask a Grown-Up
Materials Slides & Badge
What Little Learners Will Master
Chant the Rule: Stop, Don’t Touch, Ask a Grown-Up!
Name Trusted Adults: Parents, Teachers, Doctors, Nurses.
Healthy Body Habits: Water, fruit, rest, and safe choices.
Pacing Breakdown (15 Minutes Sharp)
2 MIN
1. Superhero Hook & Body Check
Invite children to do a superhero pose! "Who has an amazing body that runs, plays, and smiles? We are the Super Body Patrol! Our job is to keep our bodies safe."
5 MIN
2. The 3-Step Safety Rule & Hand Motions
Teach the 3 physical motions: 1. STOP! (hold up flat palm), 2. DON'T TOUCH! (cross arms over chest), 3. ASK A GROWN-UP! (cup hands around mouth to call for help). Practice together 3 times fast and slow.
5 MIN
3. Who Gives Us Medicine? & "Mystery Item" Game
Explain: "Medicine helps us when sick, but ONLY grown-ups give it." Hold up scenarios: Found pill on counter? Floor gummy? Signal: Put hands behind back and shout the safety chant!
3 MIN
4. Super Hero Pledge & Activity Badge
Recite pledge: "My body is special, strong and true; I ask a grown-up before I chew!" Distribute the Body Hero Badge coloring sheet for table transition or take-home.
Teacher Talk Script
"Some medicines look like colorful candy, but they are NOT for snacks. We never taste anything we find on the ground or table. What do we do? STOP! DON'T TOUCH! ASK A GROWN-UP!"
Trusted Grown-Ups List
Prompt children to name their safety helpers: Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Babysitter, Teacher, School Nurse, and Doctor.
Developmentally tailored for ages 3–5: zero fear tactics, 100% active safety empowerment. Page 1 of 1
Super Safety Slides Pre-K Safety Squad
15-Minute Circle Time
Super Body Heroes!
We have super powers to keep our bodies strong, safe, and happy!
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Today's Hero Mission: Learn the 3 Safety Rules for Medicine & Unknown Items!
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Our Bodies Are Amazing!
Step 1: Strong Choices
Water
Keeps us cool & strong
Good Food
Crunchy fruits & veggies
Sleep
Recharges our brains
Active Play
Running & dancing
🌟 "We only put healthy, safe things into our special bodies!"
The Golden Safety Rule
What Do We Do If We Find Pills or Unknown Items?
1
STOP!
Freeze right away!
✋ Hold Up Hand
2
DON'T TOUCH!
Never taste or pick up!
🙅 Cross Arms
3
ASK GROWN-UP!
Tell a trusted adult!
🗣️ Call for Help
Let’s practice together: STOP! DON’T TOUCH! TELL A GROWN-UP!
Our Safety Helpers
Who Are Our Trusted Grown-Ups?
Only they give medicine!
Mom, Dad, Family
Grown-ups at home who love you
Teachers
Helpers in your classroom
School Nurse
Helps when you feel sick at school
Doctors
Medical experts who keep you well
🛡️ Rule: We NEVER take medicine from friends or strangers!
🍬 vs 💊
The Big Mystery: Candy or Medicine?
Never Guess!
Look-Alike Alert
Some medicines look just like sweet, colorful candy!
If you see a pill, a bottle, or an unknown sweet on the floor or kitchen counter:
DO NOT TASTE IT!
Super Hero Move
What does a Super Body Hero do?
✓ Put hands behind your back!
✓ Walk to your teacher or parent!
✓ Say: "I found something! Please help!"
⚡ Super heroes ask first every single time!
Official Hero Ceremony
The Super Body Pledge!
Stand up, put your hand on your heart, and repeat:
"My body is special, strong and true!"
"I ask a grown-up before I chew!"
"STOP! DON'T TOUCH! ASK FIRST!"
🎉 You are an Official Super Body Hero! High Five! ✋
Body Hero Badge Worksheet Super Body Hero Activity Badge
Pre-K Drug & Medicine Safety • 15-Minute Lesson
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Part 1: Color Your Official Body Hero Badge! Color with crayons
OFFICIAL BADGE
🛡️ ⭐ 🦸
BODY HERO
"STOP • DON'T TOUCH • ASK FIRST"
🌟 The 3-Step Hero Chant:
1. STOP! Freeze your feet!
2. DON'T TOUCH! Cross your arms!
3. ASK A GROWN-UP! Use your voice!
Color your shield badge with your favorite bright colors. Cut it out with teacher help to wear it proud!
Part 2: Who Can Give Me Medicine? (Circle the Trusted Grown-Ups) Circle the pictures
👨👩👧
Mom & Dad
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My Teacher
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Doctor
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School Nurse
Part 3: Color the Healthy Fuels that Make Us Strong! Color all 3 safe choices
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Fresh Water Hydrates our muscles
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Crisp Apple Healthy snack power
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Good Sleep Rest makes us grow
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Hero Pledge: "I will always STOP, NOT TOUCH, and ASK A GROWN-UP before taking any medicine!"
Pre-K Hero Certified