Handwashing Song Lyrics Worksheet

Listen to the Handwashing Song Audio and fill in the missing words in the lyrics below.

1. Wash your ____ with soap and water, scrub them all around.
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. Wash your hands for ____ seconds, make that cleansing ____.
   
   
   
   
   
   
3. Scrub your palms, the backs, and ____, scrub each finger tip.
   
   
   
   
   
   
4. Then rinse with water, dry with a ____, now your hands are ____!
   
   
   
   
   
   

Draw Your Favorite Step

On the lines below, draw and color your favorite part of the handwashing song steps.

Hygiene Chat Discussion

Discussion Guidelines

• Listen quietly and wait your turn to speak.
• You can share using words, picture cards, or thumbs-up/thumbs-down.
• It’s OK to say “pass” if you don’t know the answer.

1. Warm-Up Question

What is personal hygiene? Why do we do it?

2. Core Questions

2. When should we wash our hands during the day?
   
   
   
   

3. What steps do we follow when washing our hands?
   (Look at the Hygiene Steps Poster to help you.)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. Why do we brush our teeth every morning and at night?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. What is one challenge you face with your hygiene routines? How could we make it easier for you?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Follow-Up Prompts

• If someone is unsure, show the Visual Hygiene Steps Cards or model the step again.
• Use thumbs-up/thumbs-down: “Do you agree?” “Do you need help?”
• Peer buddies can support each other by sharing tips.

4. Reflection & Goal Setting

1. Share one new thing you learned today about hygiene.
   
   
   
   

2. Set a simple practice goal: “I will…”
   
   
   
   

Great job, Self-Care Superstars! ⭐

Hygiene Stations

In this hands-on activity, students rotate through three fun stations to practice hygiene skills independently. Each station lasts 8 minutes. Use a timer or signal to indicate rotation.

Station 1: Handwashing Hero 🧼

Materials: Hygiene Steps Poster, Handwashing Song Audio, sink, soap, towel, timer

1. Listen to the Handwashing Song Audio.
2. Follow the steps on the Hygiene Steps Poster.
3. Scrub your hands for the full time (use the timer).
4. Rinse, dry, and give yourself a ‘high-five’ for a job well done!

Teacher Tip: Offer visual cues or model each step for students who need extra support.

Station 2: Toothbrush Check 🪥

Materials: Step-by-Step Toothbrushing Checklist, toothbrush, toothpaste, mirror, timer

1. Put a pea-size amount of toothpaste on your toothbrush.
2. Follow each step on the Step-by-Step Toothbrushing Checklist.
3. Brush all surfaces of your teeth for 2 minutes (use the timer).
4. Check off each step when you finish it.

Teacher Tip: Provide fidget tools or breaks for sensory support as needed.

Station 3: Hygiene Match-Up 🎴

Materials: Visual Hygiene Steps Cards, picture cards of daily activities (e.g., after bathroom, before lunch, morning, bedtime)

1. Spread out the Visual Hygiene Steps Cards and picture cards on a table.
2. Match each hygiene step (handwash, toothbrushing, etc.) to the correct time of day or situation.
3. Explain your match to a peer or teacher using words, picture cards, or gestures.

Teacher Tip: Pair students so they can support each other. Offer sentence starters like “I match ___ with ___ because…”

Rotation & Support

• Divide students into three groups.
• Start all groups at different stations.
• After 8 minutes, play a signal (bell, song, or visual cue) and rotate.
• Ensure each student visits all three stations.

Reflection

After the last rotation, gather in a circle and ask:

1. Which station was your favorite? Why?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. What skill do you want to practice more at home or school?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Wrap-Up: Praise all efforts. Encourage students to use these self-care skills every day to become true Self-Care Superstars! ⭐

Hygiene Bingo

Reinforce hygiene concepts with a fun, auditory and visual bingo game. Students listen for hygiene terms and mark their cards. First to get Bingo wins!

Materials

• Hygiene Bingo cards (with 5×5 grid of hygiene words and pictures)
• Calling cards (matching words and pictures)
• Markers or chips
• Small prizes or stickers (optional)

Preparation (5 minutes)

• Print and distribute one Bingo card to each student.
• Shuffle the Calling cards and place them face-down.
• Provide each student with a small pile of markers or chips.

How to Play (20 minutes)

1. Explain rules:
   • You will draw one Calling card at a time.
   • Show or say the word/picture (e.g., “Soap,” “Toothbrushing,” “Timer”).
   • Students look for that item on their Bingo card and cover it with a marker if they have it.
   • The goal is to get a complete row, column, or diagonal covered and shout “Bingo!”
2. Model one sample round:
   • Draw a card: “Handwashing.”
   • Show the picture and say the word clearly.
   • Students cover “Handwashing” on their cards.
3. Play multiple rounds:
   • After a student calls Bingo, check their card against the drawn Calling cards.
   • Award a small prize or sticker for each winner.
   • Clear cards and continue for a second or third round as time allows.

Variations

• Picture-Only Calling: Show only the picture side of the card for extra challenge.
• Race to Fill: Allow students to cover the entire card—first to full card wins.

Reflection & Cool Down (5 minutes)

1. Gather students in a circle.
2. Ask:
   • Which hygiene item did you cover most often? Why is it important?
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
   • What new word or picture did you learn today?
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
3. Stretch and give yourself a “clean hands” clap!

Great job, Self-Care Superstars! ⭐

Session 1 Cool Down – Exit Ticket

Thank you for all your hard work today! Please complete this quick exit ticket before we go.

1. Which activity was your favorite today? (Check one)

• Handwashing Hero
• Toothbrush Check
• Hygiene Match-Up
• Hygiene Bingo

2. How confident do you feel about washing your hands today? (Check one)

• 👍 I feel confident!
• 👎 I need more practice.

3. One thing I learned about hygiene today:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. My practice goal: “I will ______________________ every day.”
   
   
   
   
   

Great job today, Self-Care Superstar! ⭐ Feel free to share any questions or thoughts with me before you leave.