Why we wash our hands

Its very important to wash your hands.

You should wash them every time you have been to the toilet.

You should also wash them before you eat.

THE DIRTY HAND GERMS

These are the dirty hand germs.

They live on everyone's hands, but are so small that you can't see them.

The dirty hand germs are very bad - they like to make people ill.

The only way to stop them is by washing your hands carefully with warm water and soap.

You should then dry them with a clean paper towel.

Click here to learn how to wash your hands properly.