In an effort to eliminate childhood lead poisoning and reduce the spread of illnesses, The Cooperative's Lead & Healthy Homes program has a fun and educational handwashing curriculum for students ages 3-8.

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With the help of mascot Rinsey Raccoon, this 30-minute curriculum includes:

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• An interactive storybook on the five steps of handwashing (soap and water, bubbles, 20 second rule, rinse and dry)

• A sing-along as students pretend to wash their hands for the appropriate amount of time

• An interactive activity where students must help Rinsey wash his hands the right way by putting the steps in order

• At the end of the program, students will receive an activity book with stickers to take home

• Teachers will receive free posters to place in bathrooms with Rinsey reminding students of the five steps to proper handwashing

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Wash Your Hands With Rinsey is a program funded by the New Jersey Department of Health created to help children learn proper handwashing techniques while educating them on the importance of washing. 

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On this website, you'll find Wash Your Hands With Rinsey in the following formats:

Interactive Online eBook

Downloadable eBook

Downloadable Static PDF

Animated Video

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For more information or to schedule a Rinsey Raccoon presentation, contact Lead & Healthy Homes at 1-888-722-2903.

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