Staying Safe

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• Dog Videos

  Dogs can make great pals. Find out how to meet a new dog and how to prevent dog bites.

• Jellyfish

  Jellyfish can sting swimmers - ouch! Find out more about these quietly creepy sea creatures.

• What Happens If You Swallow a Bug?

  Did you ever swallow a bug? Find out what happens in this article for kids.

• Stay Safe Center

  Go outside! Just be safe out there. Find out how to handle stinging bugs, thunderstorms, sunny days, and icy cold days, too.

• Disasters

  Disasters, like earthquakes and tornadoes, are serious problems. Find out more about these difficult situations and how to help people in need.

• Thunderstorms

  Thunderstorms scare some kids. Find out how to tackle this fear and stay safe.

• Your Online Identity

  This article is for you if you IM and like to create your own characters in virtual worlds. Find out about your online identity and how to protect it.

• Playing With Fire?

  Fire is hot stuff. Find out how to stay safe in this article for kids.

• Be a Green Kid

  You might wonder how you can help protect the Earth. Find out in this article for kids.

• Dogs and Preventing Dog Bites

  Are you a little afraid of dogs? Some kids are, so find out how you can make friends with dogs and avoid dog bites.

• Poison Ivy

  Poison ivy can give you a nasty rash. Find out more about it - and the other plants that can make you itch - in this article for kids.

• What to Do When You’re Bugged by Bugs

  Ugh. Bugs. They're cool, but they also can ruin your day by stinging or biting you. Find out how to handle them in this article.

• Hey! A Tick Bit Me!

  A tick attaches itself to the skin of a person or animal and sucks blood. If you have a dog, it may have picked up a tick before! Learn more about ticks in this article for kids.

• Hey! A Bee Stung Me!

  Bee, or honeybee, is the word many people use to describe any flying insect that has wings and a stinger. Learn more about bees.

• Choking

  Have you ever gotten a piece of food stuck in your throat or swallowed your drink "down the wrong pipe"? Find out more about choking and how to prevent it.

• Winter Sports: Sledding, Skiing, Snowboarding, Skating

  You'll have more fun if you stay safe in the cold and snow. Find out how in this article for kids.

• Farm Safety

  If you've ever spent time on a farm, you know they're fascinating places. But you need to know your safety rules if you're working on one or just visiting. Find out more.

• Finding Out About Fireworks Safety

  Fireworks are cool to watch, but it's best to let the professionals set them off. Find out more in this article for kids.

• How to Use 911

  You can be a big help when someone is hurt or in danger. How? By dialing 911. Find out more in this article for kids.

• What’s West Nile Virus?

  What exactly is the West Nile virus? And what do mosquitoes have to do with it? Find out in this article!

• Salmonellosis

  Salmonellosis is an illness caused by a bacteria found in raw food, soil, water and the bowel movements of some animals, including reptiles. Find out how to prevent this illness.

• CPR: A Real Lifesaver

  CPR saves lives. Find out how it works.

• Staying Safe Around Animals

  Do you love animals? Lots of kids do. Find out how to stay safe around them in this article for kids.

• Smoking Stinks!

  Everyone says smoking is bad for you. Why? Find out in this article for kids.

• Do You Know How to Be Street Smart?

  Strangers are people you don't know, so you need to be careful. Read this article for kids to learn how to stay safe.

• When It’s Just You After School

  Are you home alone after school? If so, find out how to stay safe and keep busy until mom or dad comes home.

• Gun Safety

  By now, you probably know what guns are and what can happen if they fall into the wrong hands. Find out how to protect yourself and how to learn about gun safety.

• Botulism

  Botulism is a rare kind of food poisoning. Find out more in this article for kids.

• When It’s Just You in an Emergency

  In a medical emergency, kids can be heroes just by calling for help. Find out more in this article for kids.

• The Story on Scars

  You may be young, but you probably already have a scar or two. But why did you get them? How can you prevent them? Find out in this article written just for kids!

• Bike Safety

  Some simple rules can keep you safe on two wheels. Lean more about bike riding in this article for kids.

• Being Safe in the Kitchen

  Cooking and baking are lots of fun - as long as you stay safe. Read this article for safety tips before you head into the kitchen.

• Safe Cyberspace Surfing

  Even though the Web can be a great place to learn stuff and meet up with friends and family, you have to know some cyberspace safety rules.

• Playing It Safe on Halloween

  On the spookiest night of the year, have fun and stay safe. Find out how in this article for kids.

• Camping and Woods Safety

  Ah, the great outdoors! Find out how to stay safe while you're exploring the woods.

• Checking Out Cuts, Scratches, and Abrasions

  If you're wearing a bandage right now, chances are you have a cut, scratch, or abrasion. Find out more about them in this article for kids.

• How to Be Safe When You’re in the Sun

  It's fun to be outside on a hot, sunny day. But too much sun and heat can make you feel terrible. Find out how to stay safe in this article for kids.

• Swimming

  Kids love to spend hot days splashing around in a pool or the ocean. But drowning is the second most common cause of death from injuries among kids under the age of 14. Learn how to be safe.

• What’s the Big Sweat About Dehydration?

  Our bodies need water to work properly. Find out more in this article for kids.

• Going With the Flow of Nosebleeds

  Ever get a nosebleed? Lots of kids have had at least one. To learn more, follow your nose to this article for kids.

• How to Be Safe in Ice and Snow

  Winter is a fun time of year. But while you're out having fun, you have to know how to be safe. Check out our article for kids to learn how to stay safe in snow and cold weather.

• What to Do in a Fire

  It's scary to think about a fire happening at your house. But you can fight the fear - and prepare yourself - by learning the right way to handle a fire emergency. Find out more.

• Computers Can Be a Real Pain

  A lot of kids spend time in front of the computer. If you're one of them, check out this article to learn how to avoid wrist pain and other problems.

• Staying Safe in the Car and on the Bus

  You probably spend part of every day in a car or on the bus. Find out how to be a safe traveler in this article for kids.

• Five Ways to Avoid Sports Injuries

  Sports injuries often can be prevented. Find out how in this article for kids.