You might not think about National Dentist Day on March 6 as a time of celebration, but every day is a good day to celebrate taking care of your mouth and teeth.
A great way to encourage dental hygiene and visits is by inviting your local dentist into your classroom to celebrate the holiday and to talk about a profession in dentistry.
For younger students, begin with an introduction by Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood about a first trip to the dentist:
Collaborate with local dentistry businesses to provide free toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc. for students. Complete the fun unit with FREE dental activities from Educator Helper:
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Happy National Dentist's Day!
Beth, Educator Helper
