Educational Resources

Bright Smiles Bright Futures™ (BSBF) is Colgate’s flagship social impact and public health program, established in 1991 to eliminate preventable pediatric cavities – the world’s most common chronic childhood disease. Active in more than 100 countries and 30 languages, BSBF has reached over two billion children and families. The initiative partners with educators, caretakers, health professionals, governments, and NGOs to provide free oral health screenings, distribute hygiene supplies, and deliver hands-on classroom education that drives lasting healthy habits – turning daily education into positive public health impact.

The core Bright Smiles, Bright Futures™ curriculum targets children ages 3 to 9 (Preschool through 3rd Grade). This critical developmental window is when lifelong dental habits are established and primary teeth begin transitioning to permanent adult teeth. While foundational infant-care guides and older youth materials are available, all primary lesson plans, animated characters, brushing charts, and classroom toolkits are pedagogically tailored for children ages 3-9.

Yes. All digital materials – including lesson plans, brushing charts, instructional videos, activity sheets, and guides – are completely free for public use by parents, schools, and health professionals.

Eligible Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade educators can apply directly through the BSBF Classroom Kit Portal during open registration periods each school year.