“A Trip to the Dentist ” by Penny Smith, DK Children (March 20, 2006)

The book explains a trip to dentist for regular checkups, and it starts from leaving home. They have lots of pictures so that young children can imagine the situation in their head. It is also nice to see special tools that dentists use.

Core Integration: Social Study and Health

The worksheet provides some tools that you will see at dentist’s office. We will explore each tool, and discuss about when and how a dentist uses it.

National Health Education Standards

H3.W5.K: Identify trusted adults and professionals who can help promote health.

HBO 11. Seek out health care professionals for appropriate screenings and examinations.

Early Learning Guideline (Kindergarten)

6. Learning about my world

Social Studies: Know the people who carry out the rules at school and in the community (principal, teacher, crossing guards, bus drivers, fire fighters, etc.).