Story Notes and Extras

The Duck With The Brush

 

written and presented by Sean Hunter

with the art of 

Will Bulla

and a little toot at the end by

Country Music Hall of Fame member

Charlie McCoy

 

Talk and Discover

 

Why do you think Ducky wanted people to eat 

something that is good for their teeth?

Where do you think Ducky went to wave his toothbrush?

Why are your teeth important?

 

 

More Talk and Discover

 

What is something that is good to eat

and also good for your teeth?

What is something you ate today

that is good for your teeth?

What is something that you can eat, 

but is not good for your teeth?

What is something that you think Ducky 

would want you to eat?

What are some other foods that are good for your teeth?

What is something to drink that is good for your teeth?

How should you take care of your toothbrush?

 

Learning With Art

 

Draw something that grows on trees, that is good 

for your teeth  (and doesn’t have to be cooked)

Draw something you can eat that’s good for your teeth

and grows in the ground.

Draw something to eat that’s a treat for special occasions.

 

More Talk, Discover and Teeth

 

How many teeth does a Kangaroo have?

What happens if a Kangaroo loses a tooth?

How many teeth does a cat have?

 

Tooth Tips

 

Brush and floss  (twice a day - every day)

When playing sports wear and use guards that protect your teeth and jaw.

Wear seat belts – they also save teeth.

 

Extra Credit

 

Why are some teeth sharp?

Why are some teeth flat?

 

Bonus Questions

 

What are some other animals that don’t have teeth?

What are some animals that grow new teeth if

they loose them?

How much can an elephant’s molar weigh?

What animal has teeth on their tongue?

 

Books With Ducks

 

Make Way For Ducklings

The Ugly Duckling

Make up a name for a book about ducks that you would write –

Ie “The Night The Ducks Went Dancing”

 

And Always Remember 

 

If it’s not good for your teeth,

it’s not good for your body.

And if it’s not good for your body,

it’s not good for your teeth.

 

 

And Having More Fun