Back to school time is an exciting time of year for some kids and a drag for others. It usually means no more staying up late playing video games, sleeping in, or lounging around the house barefoot all day. However, many children look forward to new classes, meeting new friends, and a fresh start. Whether the summer is spent vacationing or staycationing, most kids experience a routine shift during those few summer months that they will inevitably have to transition back out of come the beginning of the school year. As a part of this transition back into a structured routine, therein lies an excellent opportunity to sit down with your child, dependent, or loved one and help them “sharpen” those ever so important school safety practices to ensure their protection and well-being.
The National Safety Council provides some helpful tips and checklists that should be reviewed with children regarding their travels to & from school as well as their time spent at school. Some of these topics include: distracted walking, bus safety, pedestrian safety, school bullying, playground safety, and ergonomic-related issues with heavy backpacks, books, etc. To view these safety tips and more please visit: http://www.nsc.org/safety_home/SafetyObservances/Pages/BackToSchoolSafety.aspx
A new school year lends itself to new opportunities for kids and it is important that we lay the foundation of safety in order for them to pursue a successful year.
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