Everyone has five senses. The five senses are sight, hearing, smell, taste and
touch. We use different body parts for different senses. We need to take care of the
parts of our bodies that let us use our senses.
For example, you use your eyes for seeing. You should protect your eyes and
have a doctor regularly check your eyesight. Don't sit too close to the TV or
computer monitor, and don't read in the dark or in dim light. Never look directly at
the sun or at very bright lights.
Your ears let you hear the things around you. You should clean your ears all the
time. Don't listen to loud music, and try to avoid places that are really loud. Protect
your ears when you play sports.
Your nose cleans the air you breathe and lets you smell things. Avoid things that
have very strong smells.
Your tongue helps you taste things you eat and drink. Your skin protects your
body from germs and gives you sense of touch. Always wash your hands after
blowing your nose, playing outside, or using the restroom. Protect your skin from
sunburns. Use sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun.