Learning and chatting while washing hands
Encouraging your child to wash their hands regularly not only helps them stay healthy by preventing the spread of germs, but it also provides a great opportunity for them to learn new words.
Here are some helpful tips:
- Talk them through each step of the process: turn on the tap, wet hands, apply soap, scrub, rinse, dry hands, and turn off the tap.
- Name the items in the bathroom and describe their functions in the target language.
- Create or use a handwashing song in the target language. Sing the song together while washing hands. Repeating words helps them link the words to the actions.
By incorporating language learning into everyday activities, you can make it a fun and easy experience for your child while also showing the importance of good hygiene.
