Third graders learn that washing hands the right way, long enough and in the right order, is one of the best ways to stop germs from spreading, and put the steps in order.
Students will be able to…
Germs are too small to see, but they ride on our hands all day. What are the right steps to wash them away before they make us sick?
Project this and put the handwashing steps in order — tap each step from wetting your hands to drying them.
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Germs are too small to see, but they ride on our hands all day. What is the best way to get rid of them before they make us sick?
Students put the handwashing steps in order.
Students practice the 20-second scrub.
Students make a reminder poster.
Students reflect on handwashing.
Aligned to the SHAPE America National Standards for Health Education and Physical Education.
Demonstrate correct handwashing to prevent the spread of germs.
Explain how handwashing protects personal health.
Identify times when washing hands is important.
Encourage others to practice healthy hygiene habits.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students draw the five handwashing steps in order, label each one, and add times when they should wash, so the routine sticks. A printable handwashing worksheet is in the PE & Health library.
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