Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will understand the importance of self-care practices such as personal hygiene, getting enough rest, staying hydrated, and eating healthy. The student will be able to create a simple self-care routine that they can follow daily.

Materials and Prep

• Access to a bathroom for hygiene activities (shower, brushing teeth, etc.)
• A notebook or paper for writing down the self-care routine
• A timer or clock to track time spent on activities
• A list of healthy foods (can be made together during the lesson)

Activities

• Self-Care Routine Creation: Start by discussing what self-care means and why it’s important. Then, help the student create a personalized self-care routine. They can write down activities like taking a shower, brushing teeth, and going to bed on time.

• Hygiene Challenge: Set a timer and have the student practice their hygiene activities (like brushing teeth or taking a shower) within a specific time frame. This makes it fun and adds a bit of excitement!

• Healthy Eating Exploration: Together, brainstorm a list of healthy foods. Discuss why these foods are good for the body and how they can help with energy and mood. Create a colorful poster of these foods.

• Water Drinking Game: Create a fun challenge to drink a certain amount of water throughout the day. Use a fun container or cup to make it more exciting, and track the amount consumed.

• Bedtime Routine Role Play: Act out a bedtime routine together. Discuss the importance of getting enough rest and how it helps the body and mind. This can include reading a book or dimming the lights.

Talking Points

• “Self-care means taking care of yourself, so you feel good and can do your best!”
• “Brushing your teeth and taking showers helps keep you clean and healthy. It also makes you feel fresh!”
• “Did you know that getting enough sleep helps your brain work better? It’s like charging your phone!”
• “Drinking water is super important! It helps your body stay energized and keeps your skin healthy.”
• “Eating healthy foods gives you the energy to play and learn. What’s your favorite healthy snack?”
• “Creating a routine can help you remember to take care of yourself every day!”
• “If you go to bed on time, you’ll wake up feeling happy and ready for the day!”
• “Taking care of your hair is part of self-care too! It helps you feel confident.”
• “Self-care isn’t just about hygiene; it’s also about how you feel inside and taking time for yourself.”
• “You can make self-care fun! It’s not just a chore, it’s a way to show yourself love!”