Child Safety

Lesson Overview:

In this lesson you will learn about the components that make up a safe environment for children from birth to adolescence. You will actively research various hazards and how they affect children in different developmental stages. A choice board activity will allow you to a select a topic for a presentation to your classmates that addresses safety issues in greater detail. You will have the opportunity to be creative when using hands-on activities throughout this lesson. Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of this lesson and activities, students will be able to: • Analyze how a safe environment supports cognitive, social/emotional, motor, and language development at each developmental stage. • Identify safety hazards in various settings birth to age 12. • Utilize resources to share developmentally appropriate practices regarding child safety. Become familiar with the rules and regulations surrounding child safely.

Enduring Understandings:

1. Computer with Internet access 2. Large index cards 3. Large chart paper to post around the room 4. Colored paper (if they chose to make a booklet or pamphlet) 5. Colored pencils, crayons, or markers 6. Other materials will vary for student students’ presentations 7. Video: •

6 TIPS FOR CHILD SAFETY: How To Keep your Child Safe (6.55)

8. Articles/Websites: •

National Resource Center For Health and Safety In Child Care and Early Education • Developmental Milestones • ADVOKids • Illinois high school student saves choking baby at restaurant (today.com) (3:43) The above article has an imbedded video illustrating the Heimlich maneuver.