Tooth Brushes Galore!

This past Saturday, the leaders of the playground ministries put on another health outreach for the kids. This week's topic was proper toothbrushing. Dentists, routine cleanings and check ups are pretty much non-existent here. When a toothache occurs, most people have the tooth pulled. We hope by teaching them the correct way to brush their teeth, the kids can make a difference in their families by saving them pain in their mouths and avoid the cost of teeth pulling. Finally we were able to put some toothbrushes that Africa Harvest of Hope had collected to good use. We donated some and a bunch more were purchased here by other individuals along with tooth paste.

The day started by dividing the kids into nine different groups for a time of play. They once again rotated between different stations. We had the parachute station. It was a lot of fun and a good one to keep Eli entertained as well.



Then we lined the kids up to listen to a drama where kids from a church in Moshi taught them how to brush their teeth the right way.



After, each group went off to a different area where the kids could practice in small groups.



Many houses don't have sinks or bathrooms so most people brush their teeth outside and spit into the grass. It is what we did in Sudan and in Kenya as well. So, the kids lined up to practice!



Then each group ended their time in prayer.



It has been great to be a part of these health outreaches. We hope to do more and repeat some on a regular basis.