Water Safety
100 points for each one right!
In the summer, we often are outdoors more often in hot weather. What can you do to stay safe? Apply plenty of ________________. When you are tired, take a __________________. Drink lots of ____________.
Use Sunscreen
Take breaks
Drink lots of water
True or False- you only have to wear a helmet when you ride a bike.
False! You need a helmet when you ride a bike, scooter, skateboard, or other riding toy.
Why should we wear a hat outside?
The top of our heads can still get sunburned and it helps our bodies keep cool.
DOUBLE POINTS!!! True or False: It is ok to run near a pool. Explain your answer:
False- you should always walk near a pool because the pavement or deck could be slippery from the water. Running on a slippery surface might cause you to fall and injure yourself or someone else.
True or False: When walking around the woods or on trails, you should AVOID touching or disrupting plants and animals.
True! Don't touch plants unless you know what they are and have adult permission Don't touch or approach animals/insects without adult permission If you accidentally do touch or get stung/bit, tell an adult right away!
If you are home without an adult and someone rings your doorbell or knocks on your door, what should you do? Hint: There may be more than one correct answer.
a. Answer the door! You don't want to be rude!
b. Do not answer the door or look out the window.
c. Call your parent if you feel scared or worried.
d. Call 9-1-1
2 correct answers! b. and c. Do not answer the door or look out the window. You may go to an interior room and call your parent if you are scared or worried.
True or False- It is ok to ride your bike or scooter in the street, as long as you are wearing a helmet. Bonus- If you get this answer right, go again!
False! Never ride in the streets unless you are with an adult, and daytime only!
What can you do to stay safe in large crowds?
A. Have a buddy- even in your own family
B. Have a meeting place
C. Have a phone if possible
D. Dress like a police officer
E. A, B, and C.
A, B, and C- Have a buddy, even in your own family, Have a meeting place, Have a phone if possible, Know who to go to for help.
What can keep you safe in water?
a. a life jacket or flotation device
b. a life guard
c. a friend with a ham sandwich
d. a and b
A life jacket, floatation device, or life guard. A person NOT trained as a life guard cannot be depended on to keep you safe.
Which of the following is OK to do if you are home without a parent:
a. cook
b. invite friends over
c. build a volcano
d. watch tv or play a game
d. or other quiet, safe activity
DOUBLE POINTS! In the summertime, families travel more. What are 2 travel safety rules when you're in a car?
Wear seat belts
Keep eyes on the road
Do not distract the driver
Double Points!! What do sports drinks (Gatorade, Powerade) have in them that help our body replenish minerals?
Electrolytes
Why should you not dive into the shallow end of the pool?
You can hit your head/other part of your body and get hurt.
Bonus! Answer this question and go again! If you hear thunder or see lightning, what should you do?
a. Stay in the water
b. Run out into an open field
c. Go inside if you can
C. If you are in water, get out right away. Go inside or under a shelter.
If you have a friend over or are at a friends house and they are doing something that makes you feel uncomfortable, what can you do?
a. Tell your friend how you feel;
b. Ask them to Stop;
c. Get an adult or call an adult;
d. Go home or ask your friend to go home;
e. All of the Above
e. All of the above
How can we safely cross the street?
Look both ways before crossing the street, Only cross at crosswalks, walk with an adult
Oh no! You found a weapon at the park. What should you do?
Leave the area immediately, tell a grown up immediately, do not return until the weapon has been removed.
What can you do if you don't know how to swim but want to have fun in the water?
*Use a life jacket or approved flotation device while in the water (not a water toy).
*Stay in shallow water where you can touch
* Ask your parent to enroll you in swimming lessons
If you are at a park and you see someone get hurt, what should you do?
Help if it is safe to, go tell an adult.
True or False- ALL families need an emergency plan in case of a fire. What is your family's emergency plan?
True! Get out- draw a map ahead of time. Call 9-1-1 Make sure everyone is accounted for.
What can you use at night when you are riding your bike so people can see you?
Reflective Jacket
Glowsticks
White or bright colors
BOOM! What can be dangerous about July 4th?
Fireworks- only use with parent permission AND supervision
Heat/Sun- drink plenty of water and use sunscreen
People- lots of people, some will be unsafe. Make good choices!