Change Toilet Paper Roll

Age
3+

Materials

 * Empty toilet paper roll.
 * New toilet paper roll secured (See above picture)
 * Mounted roll hanger.

Presentation

 * 1) Invite the child to the lesson with enthusiasm.
 * 2) Introduce the lesson as “This is called Replacing a Toilet Paper Roll”.
 * 3) Carry it to the table gently and remark on putting it down without a sound.
 * 4) With exaggeration show the child how to pull the spindle to the side to make it smaller.
 * 5) Tilt empty roll up and point out how the spindle fits into a hole.
 * 6) Remove empty roll from the spindle and replace with full roll.
 * 7) "We have to get the end in the hole it came out of, watch me”
 * 8) Show holding spindle and pushing against spring, point at opposing hole and show it engaging.
 * 9) Pull on taped roll to be sure it is engaged securely.
 * 10) Say “lets put the empty roll back on for our next friend to take a turn”
 * 11) Offer the child a turn.
 * 12) Carry work gently back to the shelf.

Control Of Error
Tactile – Roll will come out if not secured in notches.

Purpose

 * Basic skill building.
 * Teach independence.
 * Build self confidence.