School Nurse: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Through history
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Long ago
Long ago, people began to see that a nurse at school could help children feel better and learn well.
Tools of the trade
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Thermometer
A thermometer shows how warm a body is. It helps the nurse see if a child needs to rest or go home.
A day in the job
- Morning Check-InChildren who feel unwell may visit the health room. The nurse asks gentle questions and helps them rest.
Words to know
- Hygiene
- Hygiene means keeping your body clean, like washing your hands, to stay healthy and strong.
Quiz time
A School Nurse works in a hospital.
A School Nurse can teach children how to wash their hands well.