wiping a spill

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wiping up a spill

​ Wiping up a spill

​ A lot of feelings arise when there is a spill ; embarrassment, fear, disappointment, sadness or despair. 

​Wiping or clean up a spill

​Knowing what to do in a situation that causes lots of anxiety can make a huge difference. Creating a controlled spill, gathering materials needed to clean it up, the act of cleaning it up and using cleaning materials checks all the big boxes; independence, body control, concentration and sense of order.

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​Wiping up a spill

​However, a child is not going to notice those. They with have the satisfaction that they cleaned it up, understand how to do it next time, and will be able to help a friend. All of these are direct aims that the children love!

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