parent guide to as a teacher

Make sure to help your child develop a lifelong dedication to taking care of their bodies by making it fun and exciting. Being honest and letting them know why they need to take personal hygiene and grooming seriously. Some kids will be easier to teach than others will. It all depends on them but you must remain there to guide them through the process. Let your child know why he or she needs to bathe and the reasons for washing our hair, brushing our teeth and taking good care of our bodies. You need to make sure your child understands the importance of hygiene and grooming and one of the ways to show them this is by making sure you also practice good hygiene habits. Children are very influential and will tend to take more interest if they see that you are also practicing what you preach. I do not recommend rewarding your child with special gifts or treats for taking care of their bodies. They should know that personal hygiene and grooming is required not optional and you do not want them to get in the habit of expecting something just for taking care of themselves. I do however recommend offering praise and encouragement. This is something younger kids really love and they will want to work more to please you. I also recommend making hygiene and grooming fun. If it gets your child more motivated and excited, then go for it. Making up your own silly songs at bath time is sure to peak your child’s interest. Or after you brush your teeth tell your child how happy your teeth are now that they are clean. After you brush your child’s hair help them decide if they would like to style it in any way. As your child grows older and becomes a little more independent they will often be more than happy to take care of their bodies as this has been something they have grown to love doing. Offer your child books about hygiene and grooming just for them. There are several great reads out there and it may help you especially if you have a child that needs a little more encouragement. Let your child know that taking care of their body helps to keep them healthy and strong. Once your child reaches the age of puberty it becomes even more important for them to practice good hygiene and grooming. This is also an age where they may become more relaxed and less concerned about the care of their bodies. Now is the time to step up to the plate. Personal hygiene and grooming has to be a priority. You have got to make sure your child if aware of the consequences of not taking care of their body. In most cases you will not have this problem and your child will have already established a good daily routine for taking care of personal hygiene and grooming matters. Just remember repetition is a huge factor in making sure your child develops lifelong practical and responsible hygiene and grooming practices. Rajan prasad singh pgdm-3rdsem section-B session-2008-10