Mask Use

Masks help prevent the spread of germs by shielding the release of respiratory droplets from the wearer’s mouth and nose. It also helps by providing a barrier for the wearer. If you’re looking for resources to support mask use, please see the below resources:

Mask Videos

Use these videos in your class to complement discussion on mask use:

Video Suggested Grade Range*
How to Wear a Mask at School
How to Wear a Mask at School (French)
Grades 1 - 8
How to Wear a Non-medical Mask Properly
How to Wear a Non-medical Mask Properly (French)
Grades 8 – 12

*Grade ranges are suggestions only. Please review the video and decide if it’s appropriate for your specific class


Mask Posters

These resources can be posted around the classroom or school:

Wash your hands kids

Wear It Right poster illustrates the do’s and don’ts with masks. Available to download or order in English, French, and Arabic from: https://wechu.org/cv/school-resources-signage


5 Ways to Overcome Mask Anxiety

5 Ways to Overcome Mask Anxiety is available in English, French, and Arabic from: https://wechu.org/cv/school-resources-signage


Source URL: https://www.wechu.org/illness-and-covid-19-classroom-support-educators/mask-use

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  1. https://www.wechu.org/illness-and-covid-19-classroom-support-educators/mask-use
  2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jayKBZFx_aw
  3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQXw37aNbks
  4. https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/video/covid-19-wear-non-medical-mask-face-covering-properly.html
  5. https://www.canada.ca/fr/sante-publique/services/video/covid-19-bien-porter-masque-non-medical-couvre-visage.html
  6. https://wechu.org/cv/school-resources-signage
  7. https://wechu.org/cv/school-resources-signage
  8. https://www.wechu.org/tags/healthy-schools
  9. https://www.wechu.org/tags/covid-19
  10. https://www.wechu.org/tags/resources
  11. https://www.wechu.org/tags/teacher-resources