Keeping the body parts clean

• It is important to keep our bodies clean.

• Dirty bodies have a bad smell and can make us sick.

• Wash the body with clean water and soap.

Cleaning the hair

• Dirty hair is the home of lice.
• Use clean water to wet the hair.
• Always close your eyes when using soap to clean the face.
• Dry the face with a clean face towel.

Cleaning the nose

• Clean the nose with a clean handkerchief.
• Never share your handkerchief

Cleaning the teeth

• Dirty teeth make the mouth smell bad.
• Clean your teeth after every meal.
• Use a toothbrush and toothpaste to clean teeth.
• A chewed stick can be used if there is no toothbrush.
• Use salt in warm water if there is no toothpaste.

Cleaning hands and legs

• Wash hands before eating any food and after visiting the toilet.
• Keep fingernails clean and short.
• Long and dirty fingernails carry germs.
• Germs cause diseases.
• Dirty toenails carry jiggers.
• Wash hands and legs with soap and water.
• Clean well between the toes and dry with a towel.

Personal items

• These are things that should never be shared.
• They include handkerchiefs, towels, toothbrushes, underwear, socks, vests and combs