WHAT TO DO: Learn About Your Iron
Materials Needed: An automatic iron, some old play clothes, towels, napkins or handkerchiefs, and an ironing board.
Steps to Take:
1. Watch an experienced person iron.
2. Ask questions about what clothes need to be sprinkled.
3. Study the thermostat settings on the dial or indicator.
Most irons have a dial to set for the proper heat for different fabrics.
4. Ask about the kind of fabric each piece of clothing is—cotton, linen, silk, nylon, etc.—and why the iron should be at high heat for some, cooler for others.
5. Set the thermostat for the amount of heat needed, and with an older person watching you, iron some handkerchiefs, napkins, bath towels, and a pair of play shorts or blue jeans.
6. During a month iron some of these articles for your family, keeping a record of how many you do and what they were.
7. Take care of your iron. Be responsible for storing it.
| Date | No. Aricles Ironed | Type of Article | Stored Iron Properly (check) |