This sparked a lively discussion among the students about illness. They pondered questions like: What illness might the giraffe have? How did it get sick? And most importantly, how might it feel or behave?
From there, Mr. Spracklen guided the class through a series of reflections on personal experiences with illness. The children shared what helped them feel better when they were unwell. They learned about the role of medicines in treating illness and discussed how some people need medication daily to maintain their health.
But the lesson didn't stop at treatment—it emphasised prevention. Pupils explored the importance of rest, sleep, hydration and nutrition in staying healthy. They discussed everyday habits like washing hands before meals, using tissues when sneezing and covering mouths when coughing.
To reinforce these lessons, the class examined government and public health campaigns on hygiene. By analysing successful advertisements, the children learned valuable lessons in communication and persuasion.
