Hand Washing
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Contents
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 washbasin, listen and watch carefully. The Directress shows them how to wash their hands:
- Stand at the washbasin. If the child is not tall enough, show them that they may stand up on the stool.
- Turn the tap on by turning it anti-clockwise.
- Put both hands under running water and wet it.
- Remove hands from running water. Apply soap and work up lather. Rub palm and fingers against each other.
- Place hands under running water and rinse off the soap till there is no more soap bubbles.
- Turn off the tap by turning it clockwise till no water drips.
- Shake off excess water on hands gently into washbasin.
The Directress then shows how to dry their hands:
Wipe hands on the towel and dry throughly between fingers.
Control Of Error
Directress-directed exercise.
Points Of Interest
Purpose
Direct aims:
- To teach children how to wash and dry their hands.
Indirect aims:
- Teaches the children independence and hygiene.
Variation
Handouts/Attachment