How to Get Kids to Use Antibacterial Solution

Antibacterial solution is an effective way of controlling germs and sanitizing your children's hands. It kills 99.9 percent of germs and comes in many forms--wipes, soap and liquid. While good old soap and water is still essential to teach your kids, antibacterial solution comes in handy when there's no sink around.

Instructions

1. Have your children help you pick out antibacterial soap. If they have a hand in the selection, they'll be more apt to use it. There are several brands that come in bright, fun colors.

2. Explain to your kids that the antibacterial soap or solution kills germs on their hands. Show them exactly how much to dispense in their hands.

3. Tell your children when they should use antibacterial solution. For instance, after playing, sneezing, coughing or before eating.

4. Buy antibacterial wipes. There are some on the market made specifically for kids with fun scents like Ballistic Berry or Wild Watermelon. Children love wipes because they're so easy to use.

5. Show your child how to pull the wipes out of the case. Tell them they should only use one at a time.

Tips & Warnings

• Encourage your children to wash their hands in soap and water whenever possible.

• Don't allow your children to overuse antibacterial solution. Kids do need some germs, and extensive use can make their immune systems weaken.

Resources

• Wet Ones Antibacterial Wipes.
• Article about antibacterial hand wash.