<ol> <li>Who is the poster for?</li> </ol> <p>Educators, parents, and children aged 10–14.<br /> 2. Where might it be used?</p> <p>Schools<br /> Homes<br /> Health clinics<br /> Children’s clubs<br /> Religious groups<br /> 3. Is it enough for children to learn the messages?</p> <p>No, the messages are designed as doorways for discussion and action.<br /> Children are encouraged to understand and use the messages, not just memorize them.<br /> 4. How do I use the messages?</p> <p>Be creative!<br /> Focus on one topic for a week, a month, or a term.<br /> 5. Why is one picture bigger than the others?</p> <p>It highlights the Children for Health key message.<br /> 6. Can I add to, change, adapt, translate, or simplify the messages?</p> <p>Yes! But always check with experts to ensure accuracy.<br /> 7. Are there other important messages you have not mentioned?</p> <p>The poster contains short and simple messages, but you can add others to fit your program.<br /> 8. Some of the words and concepts are too hard for children.</p> <p>Children enjoy learning new words and ideas.<br /> Take time to explain lifelong concepts like digestion, insulin, glucose, and nerves.<br /> More Information on Diabetes for Educators<br /> What is Insulin?</p> <p>Insulin is a chemical made by the pancreas.<br /> It helps move glucose from the blood into cells, where glucose is converted into energy.<br /> Types of Diabetes</p> <ol> <li>Type 1 Diabetes</li> </ol> <p>Caused by the immune system attacking insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.<br /> Common in children and young people.<br /> Requires regular blood sugar checks and insulin to function well.<br /> 2. Type 2 Diabetes</p> <p>The most common type of diabetes.<br /> The pancreas produces insulin, but the body resists it (“insulin resistance”).<br /> More children and young people are getting it due to lifestyle changes.<br /> Can often be prevented or delayed by:<br /> Eating healthy meals<br /> Preventing excessive weight gain<br /> Staying active<br /> Risk factors include stress, poor diet, environmental chemicals, and family history.<br /> 3. Prediabetes</p> <p>The pancreas works overtime to produce insulin, keeping blood sugar in the normal range.<br /> Over time, the pancreas may struggle to keep up, leading to higher blood sugar levels.<br /> Symptoms may include tiredness or no visible signs, but blood sugar tests can help detect and prevent Type 2 Diabetes.<br /> 4. Gestational Diabetes</p> <p>High blood sugar during pregnancy.<br /> Usually disappears after childbirth but increases the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes later.<br /> Regular checks are recommended post-pregnancy.</p>

<ol> <li>Who is the poster for?<br /> Educators, parents, and children aged 10–14.</li> <li>Where might it be used?<br /> Schools<br /> Homes<br /> Health clinics<br /> Children’s clubs<br /> Religious groups</li> <li>Is it enough for children to learn the messages?<br /> No, the messages are designed as doorways for discussion and action.<br /> They are for children to understand and use, not just to memorize.</li> <li>Why are the faces of the people on the poster multi-ethnic?<br /> Children for Health has a global audience, so the posters reflect diversity.</li> <li>How do I use the messages?<br /> Be creative!<br /> Focus on one topic for a week, month, or term.</li> <li>Why are two pictures bigger than the others?<br /> These are the key messages for this poster.</li> <li>Can I add to, change, adapt, translate, or simplify the messages?<br /> Yes! But ensure accuracy by checking with experts before making changes.</li> <li>Are there other important messages you have not mentioned?<br /> Yes, feel free to add other short and simple messages to suit your program.</li> <li>Why do some of the words and concepts seem too hard for children?<br /> Children enjoy learning new words and ideas.<br /> Take time to explain terms like inclusion and rehabilitation.</li> <li>What is the Rainbow Stick?<br /> When a child learns and shares a health message, they return with a story about sharing it.<br /> A teacher (or another adult) rewards them with colored ribbons or fabric strips to tie to their ‘Rainbow Stick.’<br /> Learn more here: Rainbow Stick.<br /> More Information on Inclusion for Educators</li> <li>Specialist Support:</li> </ol> <p>Many countries offer Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) services for children with disabilities like those affecting eyesight, hearing, or movement.<br /> Children can help identify families who may not know about CBR or who feel isolated.<br /> 2. Addressing Exclusion:</p> <p>The greatest challenge is exclusion—when children do not attend school or feel uncared for by peers and adults.<br /> Bullying often stems from seeing others as different.<br /> 3. The Role of Education and Parenting:</p> <p>With sensitive teaching, awareness-raising, and good parenting, children with challenges can thrive.<br /> Inclusive classrooms benefit all children by fostering understanding and friendships.<br /> 4. Combating False Beliefs:</p> <p>Some people hold false beliefs about the causes of disabilities, often blaming mothers.<br /> Harmful local ‘cures’ can worsen conditions.<br /> Educators must challenge these misconceptions.<br /> 5. Encouraging Inclusion:</p> <p>Empower children to help by:<br /> Getting to know their peers.<br /> Asking if help is needed.<br /> Listening.<br /> Asking what else might assist.<br /> Create lists of ways children can support one another, display them on classroom walls, and promote daily inclusion.<br /> 6. Inspirational Stories:</p> <p>Share role models and resources like A Mazing Treasures, a storybook about inclusive classrooms.<br /> Key Message to Remember<br /> “Here’s how you can help me:”</p> <p>Get to know me.<br /> Ask if and how I need help.<br /> Listen to me.<br /> Ask what else might help.</p>

<ol> <li>Who is the poster for?</li> </ol> <p>Educators of many kinds, parents, and children aged 10–14.<br /> 2. Where might it be used?</p> <p>Schools<br /> Homes<br /> Health clinics<br /> Children’s clubs<br /> Religious groups<br /> 3. Is it enough for children to learn the messages?</p> <p>No, the messages are designed as doorways to discussion and action.<br /> Children are encouraged to understand and use the messages, not just memorize them.<br /> 4. Why are the faces of the people on the poster multi-ethnic?</p> <p>Children for Health has a global audience, so the poster reflects diversity.<br /> 5. How do I use the messages?</p> <p>Be creative!<br /> Focus on one topic for a week, a month, or a term.<br /> 6. What is the Rainbow Stick?</p> <p>When a child learns and shares a message, they return with a story about sharing it.<br /> A teacher or adult rewards the child with a strip of colored fabric to tie to their stick.<br /> The goal is to collect 100 ribbons by learning and sharing 100 health messages before leaving primary school.<br /> 7. Why is one picture bigger than the others?</p> <p>It highlights the Children for Health key message.<br /> 8. Can I add to, change, adapt, translate, or simplify the messages?</p> <p>Yes! But always check with experts to ensure the accuracy of any revised or new messages.<br /> 9. Are there other important messages you have not mentioned?</p> <p>The poster contains short and simple messages, but you can add others in your program.<br /> 10. Some of the words and concepts are too hard for children.</p> <p>Children enjoy learning new words and ideas.<br /> Take time to ensure they understand important terms like:<br /> PrEP<br /> ARVs (Anti-Retroviral Treatment)<br /> ART (Anti-Retroviral Therapy)<br /> VMMC (Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision)<br /> Germs</p>