Lesson Plan
Odor Science Plan
Students will investigate how sweat and bacteria interact to produce body odor and compare deodorant products to identify effective personal hygiene strategies.
Understanding the science behind body odor empowers students to adopt healthy hygiene habits, build confidence, and support overall well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Engagement
10 minutes
Step 2
Sweat Science Experiment
10 minutes
Step 3
Bacteria Race Game
15 minutes
Step 4
Deodorant Comparison Activity
10 minutes
Step 5
Personal Care Reflection
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Beat the Body Odor
What Is Sweat?
Sweat Glands in Our Skin
Why Does Sweat Smell?
Our Experiment: Simulating Sweat
Observations: What Happened?
Fighting Body Odor
Key Takeaways
Activity
Worksheet
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