…….is next to Godliness
-By Paromita Biswas Student, PSTTI
CLEANLINESS
Aims and ObjectivesTo make the children free from diseases and hence
good performance in studies.
To imbibe in children good manners which they can
carry throughout their life.
To keep the child physically and mentally healthy.
To improve the immune system of the children.
To build a healthy nation by improving individual
health.
IntroductionMeaning of Cleanliness
Personal cleanliness and Cleanliness of the
surroundings
Steps in teaching a Kinder garten children about
cleanliness
Advantages of teaching cleanliness to the children at
an early age
Activities on Cleanliness for kids
What is Cleanliness Cleanliness is both the abstract state of being
clean and free from dirt, and the process of achieving and maintaining that state.
Cleanliness may be endowed with a moral quality, as indicated by the aphorism "cleanliness is next to godliness," and may be regarded as contributing to other ideals such as health and beauty.
STEPS IN TEACHING PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
TO A KINDERGARTEN CHILD
Personal Cleanliness
Environmental Cleanliness
1
Washing Hands
Touching Food Cooking Eating Tending a cut or sore Visiting and taking care
of any sick person
Leaving the toilet or bathroom
Touching garbage and anything dirty (including children's play-sand).
Touching a dirty nose Touching an open cut or
sore Touching an animal, bird
or insect Touching raw meat or fish
2
Cleaning the body
Bath everyday with soap so that there is no
dirt left on the skin.
Use talcum powder or deodorant after bath.
Wear clean clothes and undergarments.
Eat nutritious food.
Cut your nails regularly before they grow up.
Anytime dirt gathers under the fingernails, they should be brushed with soap and water.
Wash the hair regularly with a mild shampoo and lukewarm
water.
Comb and brush them properly.
Always keep the comb and brush separate.
Massage the hair regularly with oil.
Cover the hair when going outdoors to protect from
pollution.
Eat nutritious food.
3
A clean mouth
Food and candies that have fallen on the floor are dirty and should not be put in the mouth unless they can be washed properly.
Anything that has touched one person's mouth should not be put in someone else's mouth. Food, candies, drinking bottles etc. should not be passed from mouth to mouth.
Children have a tendency to touch their shoes, socks, feet, head, dirty nose and worse. They must learn not to put their hands in their mouth or touch food without first washing their hands.
4
Cleaning of teeth
Brush the teeth twice daily
Use a soft toothbrush
Use a good quality toothpaste
Avoid sweets, biscuits and aerated drinks and
if eaten brush the teeth properly afterwards
5
Care of teeth
Cleaning them properly twice daily
Regular dentist visit
Taking appropriate amount of water, fluoride
and calcium
Avoid chocolates, pastries, sweets and
chewing gums
It helps to prevent diseases and infections in the
child
It improves the immune system of the child
It helps them do well in their studies as they will
be free from diseases
It develops an attractive personality in the child
It helps him develop good manners which stays
within him throughout his life
Play/Skit about Cleanliness
Make a Booklet with Pictures
Make flashcards about cleanliness
Collage About Cleanliness
Tell them stories or rhymes about cleanliness
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