Toothbrush Play
Setting: at home
or at school on a desk or floor
Materials:
Tooth Brush
Water
Water Paint
Soap
Plastic Egg
Cartons
Scissors
Instructions:
Cut the plastic egg cartons with scissors
into half sections; these are the teeth of the exercise. Add water paint onto
them to signify germs and plaque.
Mix soap and water so it is bubbly.
Set toothbrushes out and have them scrub
away at the plaque on the teeth using a toothbrush and the soap and water mix.
Purpose: The purpose of this exercise was to
teach the children about hygiene which is needed for ADL’s and IADL’s through following verbal directions. Taking
care of oneself is a major part of living and can increase self-esteem. This
also emphasizes the use of grasp, gross, and fine motor skills in order to brush off
the plaque on the teeth. Fine motor skills are needed in order to dress him or herself
and to be able to write which is useful for school and work settings. Use of the soapy
water and colored water paint is to incorporate sensory play into the mix.
Stewart, D.
(February 28, 2012). Toothbrush water play in preschool.
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