Student Video: All Washed Up!

Animal Washing Station

This simple animal sensory bin can be set up in minutes. Preschoolers will love playing in the dirt and bubbles as they learn animal names and scrub them clean! You'll need:

• water
• plastic animals
• dish soap
• dirt
• brushes and washcloths

Details at https://www.coffeecupsandcrayons.com/washing-farm-animal-sensory-bin/

Dramatic Play for PK!

Set up a Grooming Station where students can pretend to be animal groomers using toy animals.  Incorporate a reading and writing experience by asking each groomer to fill out a “Groomer Care  report.” Free download at https://pocketofpreschool.com/dramatic-play-center-is-pet-store/

House Pet or Wild Animal?

This animal sorting activity of pets vs. wild animals is a chance to talk  about how we care for pets and how wild animals care for themselves. Gather an assortment of plastic wild animals and animals that are clearly  pets. Let the sorting begin! Details at

 https://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2013/03/pet-or-wild-animal-sorting-activit.html

Why Is Cleanliness Important?

Animals and humans are susceptible to disease. This easy activity using Q-tips and play dough is a realistic depiction of what a virus looks like. Teach your students about germs, how they spread, how our bodies fight germs, and how cleanliness helps prevent their spread.

 http://www.ourtimetolearn.com/blog/2014/06/01/germ-fight/