Safety
1st Edition
Published on 15. January 2014
88 pages
978-1-60554-333-8 (ISBN)
Description
Children deserve to play and learn in safe environments. The earlier children understand safety concepts, the more naturally they will de¬velop the attitudes and respect that lead to lifelong patterns of safe behavior. Support children as they begin to incorporate actions into their lives that make them feel more secure and learn about pedestrian safety, seat belt use, fire and burn prevention, weapons avoidance, poisoning prevention, and tobacco and alcohol awareness.
The curriculum includes
Overviews of the six safety topics
Suggested interest area materials and supports for creating the learning environment
Learning objectives and vocabulary words to introduce and use
Suggestions for evaluating children's understanding of each topic
More than 30 hands-on classroom activities
Family information and take-home activities
This book is part of the Growing, Growing Strong series, a whole-health curriculum for children age three though kindergarten. Together, the books provide a complete set of activities and resources to help you support children's growth and wellness.
The curriculum includes
Overviews of the six safety topics
Suggested interest area materials and supports for creating the learning environment
Learning objectives and vocabulary words to introduce and use
Suggestions for evaluating children's understanding of each topic
More than 30 hands-on classroom activities
Family information and take-home activities
This book is part of the Growing, Growing Strong series, a whole-health curriculum for children age three though kindergarten. Together, the books provide a complete set of activities and resources to help you support children's growth and wellness.
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Persons
Connie Jo Smith: Connie Jo Smith serves as the administrator for a ten-county child care resource and referral agency. She holds a doctoral degree in instructional technology and distance education and has an education specialist's degree focusing on curriculum instruction for young children.
Charlotte M. Hendricks: Charlotte M. Hendricks is a certified health education specialist and president and founder of Healthy Childcare Consultants, Inc. She has been promoting health education for young children, parents, and teachers for more than thirty years. She completed her doctoral degree in health and safety at Indiana University.
Becky S. Bennett: Becky S. Bennett is the director for the career services center at Western Kentucky University. She provides workshops in the areas of technology, career planning, and social and emotional development. Dr. Bennett holds a doctoral degree in instructional technology and distance education and a master's degree in counselor education.
Charlotte M. Hendricks: Charlotte M. Hendricks is a certified health education specialist and president and founder of Healthy Childcare Consultants, Inc. She has been promoting health education for young children, parents, and teachers for more than thirty years. She completed her doctoral degree in health and safety at Indiana University.
Becky S. Bennett: Becky S. Bennett is the director for the career services center at Western Kentucky University. She provides workshops in the areas of technology, career planning, and social and emotional development. Dr. Bennett holds a doctoral degree in instructional technology and distance education and a master's degree in counselor education.
Content
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- CHAPTER 1: I WANT TO BE STREET-SMART AND STREET-SAFE!
- Crossing Guards at Work
- Stop, Look, and Listen
- The Driver's View
- Trucking Trike
- Helmets and Hats
- Signs, Signs
- Take-Home Family Pages
- CHAPTER 2: BUCKLE ME UP!
- Belts Galore
- Belt Detective
- Strolling Sammy
- Click It
- Seat Belt Marathon
- Big Book of Rules to Ride By
- Take-Home Family Pages
- CHAPTER 3: MY RULES FOR EMERGENCIES!
- The Heat Is On
- By the Light of the Fire
- Flames
- Smoke
- Earth, Water, and Wind
- Practice for Emergencies
- Take-Home Family Pages
- CHAPTER 4: I WANT TO HELP, NOT HURT!
- Clap and Stomp
- Beat the Drum
- Picturing Weapons
- Shout It Loud!
- Helpful Ways
- No Flying Weapon
- Take-Home Family Pages
- CHAPTER 5: WHAT GOES BETWEEN MY LIPS AND INTO MY MOUTH
- Tabletop
- Swallowing Flies
- Furry Critter Food
- Berry Patch
- Water Walk
- Kitchen Cabinets
- Take-Home Family Pages
- CHAPTER 6: WHAT DRUGS CAN DO
- The Tobacco Plant
- Tobacco Labels and Ads
- Smoke Smells
- Shayla's Scrape
- Alcohol Labels and Ads
- Screen Time
- Take-Home Family Pages
