Hygiene Heroes

Deena Meli

Tier 2

Lesson Plan

Hygiene Heroes: Stay Fresh!

Students will understand the importance of personal hygiene, learn daily routines, and practice cleanliness through interactive sessions.

This lesson empowers students to take charge of their personal care, reinforcing health, self-esteem, and independence in a supportive environment.

Audience

6th Grade Intellectually Impaired Students

Time

3 sessions, 30 minutes each

Approach

Interactive activities, discussions, and role-playing.

Materials

Hygiene Heroes Visual Guide, Interactive Hygiene Chart, and Hygiene Routine Role-Play Script

Prep

Lesson Preparation

20 minutes

Review all digital materials including Hygiene Heroes Visual Guide and Interactive Hygiene Chart.
Gather any physical supplies needed for role play such as props (toothbrush, soap, towel).
Familiarize yourself with the session structure and instructions provided.

Step 1

Session 1: The Importance of Hygiene

30 minutes

Introduce the concept of hygiene with a simple explanation.
Use Hygiene Heroes Visual Guide to illustrate how personal hygiene impacts health.
Engage students with a discussion on why being clean is important.
Conclude with a quick recap and Q&A.

Step 2

Session 2: Daily Hygiene Routines

30 minutes

Explain the components of a daily hygiene routine (brushing, bathing, handwashing).
Use Interactive Hygiene Chart to show a step-by-step routine.
Work through a class example of a daily schedule and encourage students to share their routines.
Summarize the session with a review of key steps.

Step 3

Session 3: Practical Hygiene Application

30 minutes

Set up a role-playing activity based on Hygiene Routine Role-Play Script to simulate real-life hygiene practices.
Divide students into small groups for guided practice.
Walk around and provide individual assistance as needed.
End with a group discussion to reinforce what was learned and answer any lingering questions.

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Hygiene Heroes!

Today, we will learn about why staying clean is important. Let's become Hygiene Heroes!

This is the title slide. Introduce the lesson and capture student attention with bright colors and a fun image of hygiene heroes.

Session 1: The Importance of Hygiene

• What is hygiene?
• How does being clean help our body?
• Let's discuss how we can stay healthy!

Session 1 focuses on understanding hygiene. Use simple language and visuals from the Hygiene Heroes Visual Guide. Engage students with questions and encourage discussion.

Session 2: Daily Hygiene Routines

• Brushing, bathing, and handwashing.
• How to create a healthy routine.
• Let's build our daily hygiene schedule together!

Session 2 covers daily routines. Walk students through each step with the Interactive Hygiene Chart. Ask for volunteers to explain parts of the routine.

Session 3: Practical Hygiene Application

• Role-play: Practice your hygiene routine!
• Work in small groups.
• Share what you learned and ask questions.

Session 3 is an interactive, role-playing activity. Use the Hygiene Routine Role-Play Script and encourage group participation. Provide guidance and positive reinforcement.

Be a Hygiene Hero Every Day!

• Remember the steps: Clean, Brush, Wash, and Shine!
• Great job today! Let's keep our bodies healthy and our smiles bright!

This concluding slide recaps the key points from the lesson. Encourage students to remember the steps and become personal hygiene heroes every day.

Activity

Hygiene Routine Role-Play

In this activity, you'll get a chance to act out a hygiene routine. Follow the simple script and instructions to practice everyday cleanliness habits. This role-play is designed to help you remember the important steps of your daily hygiene!

Instructions:

Divide into small groups: Try to form groups of 3-4 students. Each group will practice the role-play together.
Assign Roles: One student will be the "Hygiene Hero" who will demonstrate the correct steps. Another student can be the "Instructor" who reminds and guides the Hygiene Hero. The remaining members can be the "Helpers" who cheer on and provide feedback.
Review the Script: Read the simple role-play script below. Practice slowly at first, then more naturally once you get comfortable with the routine.

Role-Play Script:

Hygiene Hero: "Hi everyone! Today I will show you how to keep our body clean."
Instructor: "Remember, the first step is washing your hands. Let's wash with soap and water for 20 seconds!"
Hygiene Hero: (Pretend to wash hands) "All done! Next, I brush my teeth with a toothbrush and toothpaste."
Helpers: "Great job!"
Instructor: "Now, take a bath or shower to keep your body fresh. Don't forget to rinse well!"
Hygiene Hero: (Pretend to shower) "I feel so fresh now!"
Helpers: "You're a real Hygiene Hero!"
Instructor: "Remember these steps always to stay healthy and strong!"

Discussion Questions:

What did you learn from acting out this role-play?
How does following these steps help keep you healthy?
How do you feel when you are clean? Why is it important to stay fresh?

Teacher Follow-Up:

Walk around and observe each group, offering support and gentle reminders if needed.
Ask each group to share one tip they learned during the role-play.
Conclude by reinforcing the importance of hygiene in everyday life.

Have fun and become a true Hygiene Hero!

Worksheet

Interactive Hygiene Chart

Welcome, Hygiene Heroes! In this worksheet, you will create your own daily hygiene routine. Use the chart below to fill in each step of your routine. Remember: keeping clean helps your body stay healthy and strong!

My Hygiene Routine

Write down the tasks you do to keep yourself clean. For each task, write the time you usually do it and put a check mark once you have completed it.

Task (e.g., Washing Hands, Brushing Teeth, Bathing)	Time (When do you do it?)	Check when done
1. _________________________________________________	_________________________	[ ]
2. _________________________________________________	_________________________	[ ]
3. _________________________________________________	_________________________	[ ]
4. _________________________________________________	_________________________	[ ]

Make sure to fill in all the boxes above. Think about the tasks you already do or want to start doing!

My Reflection

Answer the following questions about your hygiene routine:

Which step in your routine is the most important? Why?
Is there any step you find challenging? How can you make it easier?
How do you feel after you complete your hygiene routine? Describe your feelings.

Remember, practicing good hygiene is not only fun but helps you become a true Hygiene Hero every day! Use this chart to guide you and keep track of your progress.

Journal

Hygiene Heroes Reflection Journal

This journal is your space to think about what you've learned in our Hygiene Heroes lessons and how you take care of yourself every day. Answer the following writing prompts to explore your habits and ideas about personal hygiene.

1. What Did You Learn?

Write about one new thing you learned about hygiene. Why do you think it is important to keep this habit?

2. My Daily Routine

Describe part of your daily hygiene routine. What steps do you follow, and how do they help you stay healthy?

3. Becoming a Hygiene Hero

Imagine you are a Hygiene Hero. What does that look like to you? Write about how you can help yourself and others to be clean and healthy.

4. Overcoming Challenges

Sometimes, it can be hard to remember every step in a hygiene routine. What challenges do you face, and how might you overcome them?

Great job reflecting on your journey to becoming a Hygiene Hero! Keep up the excellent work and remember, every small step makes a big difference in your health.