Lesson Plan
Sparkle Splash Adventure Plan
Engage kindergarteners in proper handwashing by watching a fun 2½-minute video, singing a handwashing song, practicing at the sink, and coloring to reinforce the five steps.
Establishing effective handwashing early builds healthy habits, reduces illness spread in the classroom, and promotes lifelong wellness.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Classroom
8 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
2 minutes
Step 2
Watch Sparkle Video
3 minutes
Step 3
Sing the Sparkle Song
2 minutes
Step 4
Practice Handwashing Steps
4 minutes
Step 5
Color and Reinforce
3 minutes
Step 6
Review and Close
1 minute
Lesson Plan
Clean Hands Lesson Plan
Students will learn and practice the five proper handwashing steps—wet, lather, scrub, rinse, dry—to remove germs and stay healthy through a fun video, interactive warm-up, guided sink practice, and quick exit ticket.
Establishing strong handwashing habits in kindergarten prevents illness, reduces germ spread in the classroom, and promotes lifelong wellness.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Classroom
8 minutes
Step 1
Introduction with Slide Deck
2 minutes
Step 2
Warm-Up Activity
3 minutes
Step 3
Watch Video
3 minutes
Step 4
Practice Handwashing Steps
4 minutes
Step 5
Exit Ticket
2 minutes
Step 6
Review and Close
1 minute
Slide Deck
Clean Hands, Happy Hearts
What Are Germs?
Why Wash Our Hands?
5 Steps to Clean Hands
Let’s Practice!
You’re Handwashing Heroes!
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Activity
Cool Down
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