Health Class

Due to living in remote areas along the river, these families live day to day, meaning they don't have the extra funds for hygiene products that are expensive and very hard to find in the area. So, most bathe using a bar of soap that is meant for laundry. This type of soap really dries out their skin. 

It's also a privilege to have a toothbrush or toothpaste. So, many start at a young age with rotting teeth from the lack of these items, not having access to dental care, because it's cultural to add sugar to their milk, and the fact that buying coca cola is cheaper than buying clean, filtered water.

In this health class, the children are taught different hygiene techniques and provided with the resources for each practice. They have learned how to brush their teeth properly, how to wash their hands and feet well, how to trim their nails, and how to wash their hair.