Hand Washing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lx_FcKpTZIw

Age
3-6

Materials

 * Wash basin with soap.
 * A drying towel.
 * Non-skid stool for the children to stand on (if the wash basin is too high for the children).

Preparation
This can be a group presentation.

Presentation
The Directress invites a small group of children to the vicinity of the wash basin, listen and watch carefully.

The Directress shows them how to wash their hands: 


 * 1) Stand at the wash basin.
 * 2) If the child is not tall enough, show them that they may stand up on the stool.
 * 3) Turn the tap on by turning it anti-clockwise.
 * 4) Put both hands under running water and wet them.
 * 5) Remove hands from running water.
 * 6) Apply soap and work up lather.
 * 7) Rub palm and fingers against each other.
 * 8) Place hands under running water and rinse off the soap until there is no more soap bubbles.
 * 9) Turn off the tap by turning it clockwise until no water drips.
 * 10) Shake off excess water on hands gently into wash basin.

The Directress then shows how to dry their hands:


 * 1) Wipe hands on the towel and dry throughly between fingers.

Control Of Error
Directress-directed exercise.

Purpose
Direct aims: 


 * To teach children how to wash and dry their hands.

Indirect aims: 


 * Teaches the children independence and hygiene.