WASH Booklet for Children

Good sanitation habits are important for staying healthy. Here is a simple checklist that you can follow every day:

• Wash your hands: Always wash your hands before eating, after using the toilet and after returning from outside.

• Use a toilet: Never go to defecate  in the open. Always use a toilet.

• Flush after use: Make sure to flush the toilet after using it.

• Use dustbins: Always throw your garbage in a dustbin and avoid littering.

• Segregate waste: Separate wet and dry waste to help with proper disposal and recycling.

• Keep surroundings clean: Pick up litter and keep your home and school clean.

• Respect sanitation workers: Appreciate those who work to keep your community clean.

• Avoid wasting water: Turn off taps when not in use and use water responsibly.

• Clean your space: Keep your room, school desk, and surroundings tidy.

• Help others: Encourage friends and family to follow good sanitation habits too.

By following these steps, you can help make your community a cleaner and healthier place for everyone.