Change Toilet Paper Roll

Age

3+

Materials

Empty toilet paper roll

New toilet paper roll secured

Mounted roll hanger

Presentation

1 Invite the child to the lesson with enthusiasm.
2 Introduce the lesson as “This is called Replacing a Toilet Paper Roll”.
3 Carry it to the table gently and remark on putting it down without a sound.
4 With exaggeration Show the child how to tull the spindle to the side to make it smaller.
5 Tilt empty roll up and point out how the spindle fits into a hole.
6 Remove empty roll from the spindle and replace with full roll.
7 "We have to get the end in the hole it came out of, watch me”
8 Show holding spindle and pushing against spring, point at opposing hole and show it engaging.
9 Pull on taped roll to be sure it is engaged securely.
10 Say “lets put the empty roll back on for our next friend to take a turn”
11 Show child that was fun. Smile and offer a turn.
12 Carry work gently back to case or offer child to try.

Control Of Error

Tactile – Roll will come out if not secured in notches.

Purpose

Basic skill building
Teach independence
Build self confidence