KS1 (Age 5-7)KS2 (Age 7-11)11 Plus (Age 7-11)KS3 (Age 11-14)GCSE (Age 14-17)PSHE A.I.ESL Spanish Specialist Games

Need help with Staying Healthy - Colds and Flu? Ask our AI Tutor!

AI Tutor - Lucy

Connecting with Tutor...

Please wait while we establish connection

Hi! I'm Lucy, your AI tutor. How can I help you with Staying Healthy - Colds and Flu today?

now

Coughs and sneezes spread diseases, catch them in your handkerchiefs!

Staying Healthy - Colds and Flu

Find out what colds and flu are, how germs spread, and the simple habits that help your body fight them off.

Explore the Topic →

(quiz starts below)

Fascinating Fact:

Rest helps your body fight, so staying home, snuggling under a blanket, and sleeping more helps you get better.

In KS1 Science, children learn that colds and flu are caused by viruses. Good hygiene, healthy food, plenty of rest, and staying home when ill all help protect others.

Key Terms

Virus: A tiny germ that can get inside the body and cause illnesses like colds and flu.
Immune system: The body’s defence team that helps fight off germs and keep you healthy.
Fever: When your body temperature is higher than normal because it is fighting an infection.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is the difference between a cold and flu for children?

A cold usually gives a runny nose, sneezes, and a sore throat. Flu often starts suddenly with high fever, tiredness, and aches, and can make you feel much more poorly.

How do colds and flu germs spread?

Cold and flu germs spread in tiny drops when people cough, sneeze, or talk. They can also spread from hands and surfaces, which is why handwashing is important.

What helps you get better from a cold or flu?

Resting, drinking plenty of fluids, keeping warm, and using tissues for coughs and sneezes help your body recover. A grown-up should ask a doctor if you seem very unwell.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

Carla has a bad cold. She blows her nose into a tissue. She puts the tissue in the bin. What else should she do to stop the nasty bugs spreading?

Never blow her nose

Not use a tissue next time

Wash her hands as soon as possible

Give the tissue to her friend next time

Washing your hands is a good way to stop nasty bugs spreading

2 .

If you are very poorly, you might have to go and see a ______.

Teacher

Dentist

Doctor

Vet

Some children have to go to hospital. There are lots of doctors and nurses in a hospital

3 .

What is the word ‘flu’ short for?

Influence

Influential

Influenza

Fluid

Have you ever had the flu?

4 .

Colds are not nice. The flu is worse. This boy has the flu. What is his mother doing?

Taking his pulse

Feeding him

Taking his temperature

Measuring his breathing

When you are poorly you can have a high temperature. If you have the flu you have a high temperature

5 .

Sometimes you just can’t stop a cough or a sneeze. But you should always:

Cover your mouth and nose with your hands

Cough and sneeze towards people

Laugh about it

Cough and sneeze as hard as you can

A tissue is best, but covering your mouth and nose stops some of the nasty bugs going into the air

6 .

Colds and flu are not the only illnesses. What has this boy caught?

Poorly tummy

Chickenpox

Asthma

Eczema

Lots of children get chickenpox. Have you had chickenpox?

7 .

What do you have when you have a cold?

Toothache

Ear-ache

Runny nose

Poorly tummy

When was the last time you had a cold?

8 .

Instead of tissues, some older people use a ____________.

Towel

Flannel

Jumper

Handkerchief

Handkerchiefs are made of cotton. They can be washed

9 .

Tom’s Grandma has a saying: ‘Coughs and sneezes spread ________.’

Tissues

Diseases

Cold weather

Cold water

What word rhymes with sneezes?

10 .

We should blow our nose into a ______.

Jumper

Tissue

Towel

Tea towel

Then put the tissue in the bin

Author: David Bland (Former Physics Teacher, KS1 Science & Geography Quiz Writer)

**Unlimited Quizzes Await You! 🚀**

Hey there, quiz champ! 🌟 You've already tackled today's free questions.
Ready for more?

🔓 Unlock UNLIMITED Quizzes and challenge yourself every day. But that's
not all...

🔥 As a Subscriber you can join our thrilling "Daily Streak" against other
quizzers. Try to win a coveted spot on our Hall of Fame Page.

Don't miss out! Join us now and keep the fun rolling. 🎉

Subscribe & Play

**Unlimited Quizzes Await You! 🚀**

Hey there, quiz champ! 🌟 You've already tackled today's free questions. Ready for more?

🔓 Unlock UNLIMITED Quizzes and challenge yourself every day. But that's not all...

🔥 As a Subscriber you can join our thrilling "Daily Streak" against other quizzers. Try to win a coveted spot on our Hall of Fame Page.

Don't miss out! Join us now and keep the fun rolling. 🎉

Subscribe & Play

Contact Details

Education Quizzes

Heron's Way, Wragg Marsh
Spalding
Lincolnshire
PE12 6HH
England

Email

admin@educationquizzes.com

Customer Service

Home Page Parents Students Tutors Teachers
Colour Filters Safe AI
Your Account

Here To Help

About Us

Our Team Testimonials Parent Reviews Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy

Leave Feedback