Engaging Hands-On Science Activities for Young Children: Encouraging Curiosity and Observation
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Engaging Hands-On Science Activities for Young Children: Encouraging Curiosity and Observation
Angel Smith replied 1 day, 6 hours ago 10 Members · 730 Replies
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holly
GuestMarch 20, 2025 at 11:18 pmwe sing songs and cheer the little ones when done
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Sherrie Holt
GuestMarch 26, 2025 at 3:42 amthere are several fun songs to sing while washing hands that could make it much more fun
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Teresa L Millan
GuestMarch 27, 2025 at 8:09 pmwe sing fun songs for our toddlers
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Kerry Beck
GuestMarch 27, 2025 at 11:22 pmRegarding hand washing I’ve always sang Happy Birthday song.
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Aralia Lara
GuestMarch 30, 2025 at 5:45 pmshow them with an example with another kid, doing the washing hands at the zinc and encourage with a song, and the rest of the group can see the demonstration then, they can take turns to be complete the task.
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Cathy
GuestMarch 31, 2025 at 2:43 amsinging songs
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Aun L
GuestApril 1, 2025 at 3:38 amYes, I would think singing a fun song while guiding the little children washing hands is a fun and interesting way to encourage them to have clean hands.
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ina
GuestApril 1, 2025 at 10:44 pmsinging a song during hand washing one way of demonstrating good hand washing practices
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Candi Moore
GuestApril 2, 2025 at 9:37 pmI always used the ABC song. seemed to teach them, its fun, and they wash for a long enough time.
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Kara Kroontje
GuestApril 3, 2025 at 2:47 amIn my class I often tell kids how important handwashing is and that we can make it fun by singing a song while they wash their hands. You can also use rewards like a sticker to motivate students who need a little bit more of an incentive to make it into a fun activity.
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Great idea, Kara! Incorporating songs and rewards makes handwashing engaging and encourages children to participate actively. Keep it up!
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jailene jeronimo
GuestApril 3, 2025 at 6:46 amusing visual resources using fun and colorful pictures to teach children how to wash their hands correctly and singing a song related to the theme and fun.
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Cole Turner
GuestApril 3, 2025 at 6:44 pmHaving our students sing a song while washing their hands helps encourage them to wash their hands for the appropriate amount of time!
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Kayla W.
GuestApril 4, 2025 at 3:21 pmSome of my favorite hands-on activities to do with children in our program when it comes to handwashing is sing a song while handwashing.
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Great idea, Kayla! Singing while handwashing makes it fun and memorable, encouraging kids to engage and ask questions!
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Heather McCarthy
GuestApril 6, 2025 at 5:56 amThe “Germ-Busting” Song and Dance:<ul data-sourcepos=”5:1-8:0″> Create a silly handwashing song with actions. Use exaggerated movements and funny voices. Incorporate a mini-dance routine into the handwashing process. For example, have them wiggle their fingers like “germ-fighting superheroes.” Change the song weekly to keep it fresh and e
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Brenna Fenderson
GuestApril 7, 2025 at 8:25 pmOur kids love to sing the handwashing song. We’ve also been able to use colored hand soap. But truly if we just sing songs and let them have a buddy to wash next to them. They are happy.