Washing Hands
Kids with significant support needs may find it challenging to learn how to wash their hands, so I’m here to help!
Occupational therapists know just how important hand hygiene is for kids and families, especially when it comes to immune systems and protecting themselves and their homes from germs.
The best way to teach students with significant support needs how to wash their hands is through a multisensory teaching approach, and below you’ll find the resources and videos to learn how to do just that!
Learning Activities & Resources
Handwashing Task Analysis
for OTs
Handwashing Checklist
for parents
Step-by-Step Hand Washing
for students
Storyboard: This is How We Wash Our Hands at Home
for parents & students
Storyboard: This is How We Wash Our Hands at School
for professionals & students
Wash Your Hands! Visual Aid
for professionals & students
Video Library
How to Wash Your Hands
by Strive to Thrive OT
Washing Hands
by Penquis ADLs
Fight Germs. Wash Your Hands!
by the Center for Disease Control
How to Handwash
by the World Health Organization
Wash My Hands Song
by Jack Hartman
Wash Your Hands Song
by Cocomelon
Wash Your Hands Song
by PBS Kids Daniel Tiger
