Which items do you need to complete the task?

Contents:
Sweeping the floor
Vacuuming
Clearing the counter
Dusting
Emptying the trash
Cleaning the windows and mirrors
Mopping the floor
Drying the dishes
Cleaning the sink

Sweeping the Floor Steps
Steps:
Get the broom and dustpan.
Use the broom to sweep the dirt into a pile.
Hold the dustpan next to the pile of dirt on the floor and sweep the pile into the dustpan.
Empty the dustpan into the trash can.
Put away the broom and dustpan.

Sweeping the Floor Video

Which items are needed to sweep the floor?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Vacuuming the Floor Steps
Steps:
Get the vacuum.
Plug the vacuum cord into the outlet.
Vacuum all areas with carpet. Some vacuums you can use on tile as well.
Unplug the vacuum cord from the outlet.
Wrap the vacuum cord around the vacuum and put it where it belongs.

Vacuuming the Floor Video

Which items are needed to vacuum the floor?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Clearing the Counter Steps
Steps:
Put all food items away.
Scrape off any food that is left on the plates and make sure it makes it in the trash can.
Put all dirty dishes by or in the sink.
Wipe any crumbs that are left on the counter in the trash can.
Spray and wipe the counters down with a paper towel or rag.

Clearing the Counter Video

Which items are needed to clear the counter?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Dusting Steps
Steps:
Get a cloth out to dust with and the dust spray.
Spray the cloth with the dust spray.
Dust desks, bookshelves and other surfaces.
Put the dust spray and cloth away.

Dusting Video

Which items are needed to dust?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Emptying the Trash Steps
Steps:
Pull the bag out of the trash can.
Tie the trash bag.
Put the bag into a larger trash can or dumpster (usually outside).
Get a new trash bag.
Put the new trash bag in the trash can.

Emptying the Trash Video

Which items are needed to empty the trash?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Cleaning the Windows & Mirrors Steps
Steps:
Get out the glass cleaner and the paper towels.
Spray the glass cleaner on the window or mirror.
Use the paper towel to wipe the window or mirror until it is clean and dry.
Throw the paper towel in the trash can.
Put away the glass cleaner and unused paper towels.

Cleaning the Windows & Mirrors Video

Which items are needed to clean the windows and mirrors?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Mopping the Floor Steps
Steps:
Get a bucket of warm water and floor cleaner.
Measure the cleaner and pour it in the bucket of warm water.
Take your mop and dip it in the bucket of water and cleaner.
Wring out the mop.
Mop all tile or hardwood floors with the mop.
Empty the water from the bucket by pouring it down the drain.
Rinse the mop and the bucket with clean water.
Put away the mop and bucket.

Mopping the Floor Video

Which items are needed to mop the floor?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Drying the Dishes Steps
Steps:
Grab a wet dish or utensil from the drying rack.
Use a clean cloth to dry the dish.
Put the dish away where it belongs.
Repeat with all of the dishes and utensils in the drying rack.

Drying the Dishes Video

Which items are needed to dry the dishes?
Instructions: Point to each item individually. Ask the student if that item is needed to complete the task.

Cleaning the Sink Steps
Steps:
Get out the sink cleaner and spray it in the sink.
Wipe the sink clean with a paper towel.
Throw away the paper towel and put away the cleaner.

Cleaning the Sink Video