Spire Leicester Hospital teams up with local illustrator to deliver hand hygiene education

• Creative collaboration helps children learn healthy habits through fun activities

Spire Leicester Hospital is proud to support the health and wellbeing of children and young people in our community. As part of the ongoing outreach efforts, their dedicated Children and Young People (CYP) nurses regularly visit local schools to deliver engaging and educational sessions on hand hygiene.

In an exciting new development, the hospital’s team has partnered with local children’s illustrator Ella Kasperowicz to create a bespoke Hand Hygiene Activity Book. The book is designed to help children understand the importance of good hygiene habits while having fun. Through interactive pages and charming illustrations, children are guided through the steps as well as key moments for handwashing — including after petting animals, before eating and after using the toilet.

Spire Leicester Hospital Children and Young People Nurses with illustrator Ella Kasperowicz

The book also includes a page where children can cut out and decorate a hand template. These beautifully decorated paper hands are often brought back to the hospital by our nurses and proudly displayed in the children’s ward — serving as cheerful reminders of our young learners’ efforts and creativity.

Hand hygiene activity book being completed at Spire Leicester Hospital

Darren Rogers, Hospital Director at Spire Leicester Hospital, said: “We believe prevention starts with education, and what better way to inspire young minds than through creativity and play. This collaboration brings hand hygiene to life in a way that’s accessible and enjoyable for children. We are proud to see our nurses making a positive impact beyond the hospital walls.”

“It’s been a joy bringing this project to life,” says Ella who has illustrated numerous children’s books and toy kits. “I wanted the artwork to feel warm and friendly, so children feel excited to learn and engage. Seeing their decorated hands displayed in hospital rooms is incredibly heartwarming.”

Together, the hospital and illustrator help the next generation build healthier habits — one hand at a time.