How can you separate your clothes? Why?
You can separate them by color and by water temperature to avoid color mixing and shrinkage!
Why is it important to know how to clean?
To be independent but to also help out around the house. Plus, when you have a clean house, you have a clear mind and will be motivated to do more!
What's the basic movement when cleaning with a vacuum?
back and forth
LAUNDRY: why is it important to check the tag of your clothes before washing / ripping it off?
The tag can have information on how you should properly wash your clothing!
Why is it important to have clean floors?
Because when it looks good, you feel good! Also, it looks great for guests.
When would be the best time to wash your dishes?
Immediately after cooking or eating would be the best time.
What can you do to make sure you don't get mice in your house?
Seal cracks and holes on the outside. Clean up crumbs on the floor. Don't leave bags of food on the floor. Only keep food in the kitchen.
What do you check before putting your clothes in the dryer? (hint: it's in the dryer and you need to clean it before turning on the dryer)
Check the lint catcher! If you leave in the lint it can make your clothes not dry properly and it can be a fire hazard
Why is it important to look in your pockets before washing your clothes?
You might find stuff in your pockets! Example: Pens, money, earbuds, a hedgehog
What are the steps to washing dishes?
scrape off food, wash with soap, rinse, dry...
Name 3 tools you can you use to clean your floors.
mop, broom, swifter, duster, vacuum, etc.
Name ways to clean your room
throw away trash, laundry, organize, make your bed, wipe down / vacuum...
What would be the first step in washing dishes?
fill a sink with soapy water, rinse your plate or scrape off extra food from your plate...
Name 5 things you can clean around your house that's not in your room.
wash dishes, vacuum, dust, shake out floor mats, etc.
What kind of cleaning solution is typically blue?
window cleaning solution ex. Windex
Name something you can use to clean your house
Ex. soap, rag, gloves, vacuum, dustpan, paper towel
Name a strategy to reduce clutter in your room
buy an organizing shelf, have a place for everything, clean regularly
Can you name an item that you might want to donate when cleaning?
clothes, shoes, games, toys
What can you put on your hands to avoid chemical cleaners that may irritate your hands?
rubber gloves
Would you rather do the dishes or vacuum the floor?
answers may vary
Can you name items that can be put away in your room?
ex: pencils, clothes, trash, papers, dishes, etc.