Preteen Safety

10–12 Years

Kids this age are spending more time on their own and more time outside of the home. While it’s important that they have their freedom, it’s also important to teach safe behaviors. Talk to them about what to do in a fire, how to be safe on their bike and in the car, the dangers of misusing medicine, and to be careful when in and around the pool.

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Preparing For Open Water Swimming

Helmet Safety: WHAT TO WEAR WHEN YOU'RE ON WHEELS

Kids on Bicycles: Riding Safely

The Right Bike: Size, Brakes, Wheels, and More

The Safer Ways To Skateboard And Scoot

What To Know About Wheelie Shoes & Skates

Strollers: Every Kid’s First Ride

Running And Wheeling: How To Jog With Strollers

5 Toxic Products to Put On Your Watch List

Bounce Houses: The Safe Way to Play

Burns & Scalds: Surprising Dangers, Simple Tips

Bunk beds: Knowing Their Risks

Decks and Porches: Safety in Your Outdoor Space

Driveway Safety: Protecting Kids From Car Back-overs

Household Poisons: Out of Sight, Locked up Tight

Halloween: Staying safe on the spookiest day of the year

Lead Poisoning: Take The Extra Steps To Avoid It

Choking: Small Objects That Pose a Big Danger

Swim Safely: Water Safety Starts Here

Fire Safety: What to know. What to do.

Home Fire Drill: Have you practiced with your family?

Home Smoke Alarms: Your First Line of Defense

Protecting Kids from Common Farm Hazards

Farm Animal Safety: Slow and Steady

Keeping Kids Clear of Hazardous Materials on the Farm

Medicine Safety: The Right Dose of Caution

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Sounding The Alarm on a Silent Killer

Keeping Your Swim Area Safe

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