True or False? People with suntans are healthier than people without suntans.
False! Tanned skin is damaged skin. Anytime your skin changes color in the sun that means it has been damaged by the sun's rays.
100
EVERY time you ride a bike you should wear a _________!
Helmet!
100
What type of shoes should you wear on the playground?
Sneakers only! NO sandals, flip-flops, or open-toed shoes!
100
True or False? An adult should always supervise when children are swimming.
True! Children should ALWAYS have an adult with them when they are swimming. Adults should have a buddy with them too. NO ONE, even adults, should swim alone.
100
When crossing the road, what should you always do first?
LOOK BOTH WAYS! The rule is to look left, look right, and look left again. And you should ALWAYS have an adult with you.
200
Are the sun's rays strongest in the morning, during midday, or in the afternoon?
They are strongest MIDDAY between the hours of 10 and 2.
200
How do you know that your helmet fits properly?
2-V-1. Two fingers over your eyebrow, a "V" under your ears, and one finger under your chin.
200
Should you ever touch items left by other people on the playground?
NO! NEVER! ALWAYS go tell an adult if you see something on the playground. NEVER touch it!
200
Which of these are safe to use in the water: arm-floaties, pool noodles, or life jackets?
Life jackets are the ONLY safe items to wear in the water. Arm-floaties and pool noodles should never be used to safe your life.
200
On road lights, what color means STOP and what color means GO?
RED means STOP, GREEN means GO!
300
When you go out into the sun, your sunscreen should be at least what Sun Protection Factor (SPF)? 5, 15, or 30?
Sunscreen should have an SPF of 15 or higher and protect against both UVA and UVB rays.
300
What should you check on your bike before you ride it?
Your ABC's. AIR in the tires, BRAKES work, and CHAIN is not broken or rusted. It's also a good idea to check that the handlebars are straight.
300
Name some first aid items you should always bring to the playground with you.
After swimming, is it okay to leave a toy in the water?
No! Never leave toys or anything in the water. Leaving a toy may tempt a younger brother or sister to go into the water to get it.
300
True or False? It is safe to run as long as the cars are parked.
False! Never run around cars even if they are parked. Parked cars can make it so that you cannot see and it can make drivers unable to see you.
400
Do you still need sunscreen in winter, on a cloudy day, or if you sit in the shade?
Yes! The sun's rays are still here in winter time and can travel through clouds and shade.
400
True or false? You should have an adult check your bike after a crash to make sure it is still safe.
True! Adults should be checking your bikes once a week and anytime you crash to make sure it is still safe for you to ride.
400
_____ is the most common cause of injury on the playground.
Falls. Avoid climbing on tall playground structures and don't ever climb or or on top of slides.
400
To prevent choking, you should never do what while you're swimming?
Eat or chew gum.
400
What part of the road do you use when you cross the street?
You use the crosswalk! Your parents can help you find the crosswalk and let you know when it is safe to walk.
500
What can you do to prevent sunburns?
Wear sunscreen, wear clothing that covers your skin, wear a hat, wear sunglasses, sit in the shade, drink lots of water
500
True or False? It is okay to ride your bike in the road.
False! You should never ride your bike in the road. You should also always have an adult with you when you're riding your bike.
500
When should you drink water on the playground: when you feel thirsty or even if you don't feel thirsty?
You should drink water EVEN IF YOU DO NOT FEEL THIRSTY.
500
True or false? It is not safe to run around a pool.
True. It is never safe to run around a pool or push people into a pool.
500
True or False? You should always make eye contact with the driver of a car or bus before you cross the road.
True. If you can see the driver, then the driver can see you! You should always make eye contact and let the driver know you are going to cross the street.