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Which subject	Health
What topic	Washing my hands
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Washing My Hands

Topic

Washing My Hands

Subject

Health

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten (Ages 5-6)

Duration

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Students will understand the importance of handwashing for health and hygiene.
• Students will learn the proper steps for effective handwashing.
• Students will actively participate in a handwashing demonstration.

Materials

• Soap (liquid or bar)
• Water (access to a sink or a container of water)
• Paper towels or hand dryer
• Chart with handwashing steps
• Visual aids (pictures or videos about handwashing)
• Song about handwashing (optional)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Begin with a brief discussion about germs and why handwashing is important. Engage students by asking questions about when they wash their hands.
2	Demonstration & Instructions	10 minutes	Show students the proper technique for washing hands using the chart. Review the steps: wet, lather, scrub, rinse, and dry. Use visual aids to support understanding.
3	Guided Practice	10 minutes	Lead students to the sink (or provide containers of water). Allow each student to practice the handwashing steps while you guide them. Ensure everyone can follow along.
4	Reflection	3 minutes	Gather students in a circle. Ask them how they feel about washing their hands and why they think it’s important. Reinforce positive responses.
5	Homework Explanation	2 minutes	Explain the homework assignment: Students will draw a picture of themselves washing their hands at home and write one sentence about why it is important.

Assessment

• Circulate during the guided practice to assess student understanding and technique.
• Review the homework assignments the following day without presentations; simply collect and provide feedback.

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson meets health education standards by teaching students about personal hygiene and preventive health behaviors.

Homework

Students will draw a picture of themselves washing their hands and write one sentence about its importance. The homework will be collected the next day for review.

Lesson script