Street Safety
What should you BEFORE crossing the street.
Stop at the curb, look left, right and left again, and to listen for oncoming traffic.
Name one self-care activity you can do at home.
Take a bath, read, rest, play with a pet, etc
What should children do before eating any treats they collected?
Let their parent / caregiver / caring adult check the treats first. Check that it is unopened. Read the label in case of allergies.
What is a tip for children to avoid injuries with carving jack-o-lanterns?
Have the child draw the design on the pumpkin and let an adult carve it out. Or just let children paint on the pumpkin.
Where is it safest to cross the road?
Crosswalks, intersections, street corners – it’s unsafe to cross between parked cars or other obstacles
Why should children's avoid costumes that are too big, long or has dangling pieces?
What are some Halloween fire hazards?
Candles, jack-o-lanterns, lighters, matches, overloaded extension cords, frayed wires.
When walking from house to house, where should you walk for safety?
Stay on the sidewalk when walking from house to house. If there is no sidewalk, walk beside the road facing traffic so drivers can see you.
How can we avoid Halloween fire hazards?
Keep open flames away from materials that can ignite (e.g. curtains) and out of reach from children.
What should you wear or carry for visibility & safety when walking at night?
Bright colours, reflective clothing, carry a flashlight
What is a safety tip when visiting a house for trick-or-treating?
Only approach the house if the outside lights are on and the outdoor areas are well lit. Do not go inside homes or cars.
What are other road safety tips for pedestrians and drivers?
(Open response)
- reduce distractions
- younger children should walk with an adult or responsible older child who has road safety skills
- stay in well-lit areas
- paying attention
Name two health benefits of sleep
Memory, learning, alertness, healing, growth, performance, mood, supports immune system
What’s a “treat” to you that’s not candy?
(Open response)
How can families make the outside of their homes safe for trick-or-treaters?
Provide outdoor lighting. Remove any tripping hazards, don't place wires along high-traffic areas. Make sure outdoor decorations are rated for the outdoors.