Washing My Hands

Health and Well-being

Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School, High School

Learning Objectives

Understand that handwashing helps remove germs and prevent illness
Learn that germs are tiny and can be spread through touch
Follow a step-by-step handwashing routine
Practice scrubbing all parts of the hands, including between fingers and under nails
Understand when to wash hands throughout the day
Recognize handwashing as a way to care for self and others
Feel empowered to take responsibility for staying clean and healthy

Aligned Common Core Standards

Kindergarten
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.K.1 – Participate in collaborative conversations
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.K.2 – Ask and answer questions about information presented orally or visually
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.K.6 – Use words and phrases acquired through conversations

Grade 1
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.1 – Participate in collaborative conversations
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.1.2 – Ask and answer questions about spoken or visual text
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.1.6 – Use acquired words and phrases in speaking and listening tasks

Grade 2
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.1 – Engage in conversations with peers and adults
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.2.2 – Recount or describe key ideas from oral or multimedia presentations
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.2.6 – Use acquired words to explain personal routines and health habits

Grade 3
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.3.1 – Participate in collaborative discussions
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.3.2 – Determine main ideas and supporting details of spoken content
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.3.6 – Use domain-specific vocabulary to describe hygiene and safety routines

Grade 4
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.1 – Engage effectively in group discussions
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.2 – Paraphrase information from visual and spoken sources
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.6 – Use academic vocabulary related to health and hygiene

Grade 5
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.5.1 – Participate in structured discussions on familiar topics
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.5.2 – Summarize information presented through diverse media
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.5.6 – Use content-specific vocabulary accurately in context

Grade 6
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.1 – Participate in collaborative discussions
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.2 – Interpret ideas and procedures from spoken and visual materials
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.6 – Use domain-specific vocabulary to discuss hygiene routines

Grade 7
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.7.1 – Engage in collaborative discussions with appropriate detail
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.7.2 – Analyze purpose and key ideas in multimedia presentations
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.6 – Acquire and use vocabulary for communicating health-related ideas

Grade 8
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.1 – Initiate and participate in collaborative discussions
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.8.2 – Evaluate key points and purpose in spoken information
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.8.6 – Use academic language when discussing personal and public health

SMART Goal Ideas Bank

The student will describe the purpose of handwashing and how it helps prevent illness in 3 out of 4 guided discussions by [date].
The student will verbally list or sequence the steps for washing hands in the correct order in 4 out of 5 structured opportunities by [date].
The student will demonstrate a complete handwashing routine, including scrubbing for 20 seconds, in 4 out of 5 trials with visual support by [date].
The student will identify at least three times during the day when handwashing is appropriate (e.g., after bathroom, before eating) in 4 out of 5 trials by [date].
The student will explain why handwashing is a kind and responsible behavior in 3 out of 4 reflection activities by [date].
The student will use appropriate hygiene vocabulary (e.g., rinse, germs, scrub) during a hygiene-focused lesson in 4 out of 5 opportunities by [date].