Lesson Plan
Hands Up! Protocol
Students will learn why and when to wash their hands, practice proper hand-washing technique, and build a daily hygiene habit through interactive discussion, demonstration, a catchy song, and scenario checks.
Proper hand washing prevents the spread of germs and illness, promotes personal health, and helps kindergarteners establish a lifelong hygiene routine.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
When to Wash Hands
5 minutes
Step 3
Demonstration
5 minutes
Step 4
Song and Dance
5 minutes
Step 5
Thumbs-Up Check
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Hands Up! Let’s Wash Our Hands
Why Wash Our Hands?
When Should We Wash?
Is It Wash Time?
How to Wash Your Hands
Hand-Wash Song & Dance
Thumbs-Up Check

Script


Activity


Cool Down
