House Cleaner: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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A sponge can soak up many times its own weight in water, so it is great for wiping up spills!
Through history
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Long ago
People long ago swept their floors with bundles of twigs called brooms. Brooms are still one of the oldest cleaning tools we use today!
A day in the job
- 9:00 AMThe House Cleaner arrives, says hello, and walks through the home to see which rooms need the most care first.
Words to know
- Streak-free
- Streak-free means a shiny surface with no thin lines or smudges left behind after wiping. A House Cleaner likes to finish with a soft, dry cloth!
Quiz time
A House Cleaner can make a mirror sparkle by wiping it with a soft cloth.