π Understanding Handwashing for Kids
Handwashing is super important for staying healthy! It helps get rid of germs that can make us sick. Let's explore some handwashing facts and see if they're true or false!
π§Ό The Basics of Handwashing
- π§ Fact: You should always wet your hands with clean water before adding soap.
- 𧴠Fact: Soap helps lift germs from your skin so they can be washed away.
- β±οΈ Fact: You need to wash your hands for at least 20 seconds to get rid of most germs. That's about as long as singing 'Happy Birthday' twice!
- ποΈ Fact: You should scrub all parts of your hands, including the back, between your fingers, and under your nails.
- πΏ Fact: Rinsing your hands well under clean, running water helps wash away the soap and germs.
- 𧻠Fact: Drying your hands with a clean towel or letting them air dry helps prevent the spread of germs.
π¦ When to Wash Your Hands
- π Fact: Wash your hands before you eat any food.
- π½ Fact: Always wash your hands after using the toilet.
- π€§ Fact: Wash your hands after you cough or sneeze into your hands.
- πΎ Fact: Wash your hands after touching animals or their toys.
- ποΈ Fact: Wash your hands after touching garbage.
- π€ Fact: Wash your hands before and after touching a cut or wound.
π‘οΈ Important Handwashing Tips
- π‘ Tip: Use warm water if possible, as it helps soap lather better.
- π« Myth: Hand sanitizers are better than soap and water. (False! Soap and water is usually better).
- 𧴠Tip: Carry hand sanitizer (at least 60% alcohol) with you when you can't wash your hands with soap and water.