Too much sun can lead to sunburn, skin damage, eye damage, skin cancer and a weakened immune system. Use the cancer council nsw sun protection policy by completing the box below. Buy skin sense, a story about sun safety for young children by lori lehrerglickman. First published in the 1950s, this book deals with the plight of. But you have to be careful about how much sun your child gets on her skin sun safety at different times of year and day. Use shade, clothing, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen when the uv index is 3 or higher. Skin sense, a story about sun safety for young children. Early years practitioners have a duty of care to keep children safe and healthy.
Honours theses 2011 the sun safety attitudes of parents and the effects on their children matthew welch. You can reduce your risk of skin damage and skin cancer by seeking shade under an umbrella, tree, or other shelter before you need. With the sun rays being so strong, especially during this season it is very important that sun safety is discussed and practiced both at home and in care. If the hat is secured with a long strap and toggle, ensure it has a safety snap, place the strap at the back of the head. Books for twoyearold children childrens book lists go from snuggle puppy to the stand.
Advice for adults and children on sunscreen and sun safety in the uk and abroad. Sun safety for kids sun protection for kids sunbeatables. Flyers and posters american academy of dermatology. Skin sense, a story about sun safety for young children paperback october 15, 2009. Finding skin cancer early gives you the best chance of having it treated successfully. Sunsmart recommendations for childcare services in nsw.
Children are cared for throughout the year and every season presents its own challenges. The most important thing you can do for your child outdoors is protect her from sunburn. The evidencebased curriculum educates children, parents and teachers about sun protection and promotes sun safety. If youve been seeking reliable sources of information on sun protection for yourself or tools to help teach children about the importance of sun safety, these books may be just what youre looking for. Preventing skin cancer entails the promotion of a sun safe lifestyle, beginning in childhood. Early childhood education and care sun protection policy. To introducing sun protection for children at age 34 yrs by reading a book to children first the beach with no sun the book is about pebo learn how to handle the sun with care and treat it as a safe friend. Children can bring soft things to sit on in the shade or bring books to read in. I like that the book has been produced by a national skin cancer.
Apply sunscreen that has a spf of at least 30 to protect their skin. Ask if anyone has had a sunburn and what it felt like. Uv rays are strong and penetrate atmospheric haze, thin clouds, and fog. Too much sun can lead to sunburn, skin damage, eye damage, skin cancer and a weakened immune system your child needs some sun to help her body to make vitamin d, which is important for things like strong bones and muscles.
Help raise sun safety awareness for grades k12, educators and the general public. The key to keeping your child safe during the summer is to minimize sun exposure and remember to use sunblock with a high sun. Introduce sunscreen, sunglasses, the best type of clothing to wear loose and densely woven fabrics, and brimmed hats. S o far this year, we have not seen much sun, but for when it does come out, it is vital that children learn how to enjoy it safely and protect themselves from sunburn. The importance of growing up with a knowledge of sun safety. An official website of the united states government. But you have to be careful about how much sun your child gets on her skin.
It is a wonderful tool to open and encourage discussion between young children and adult s on the importance of sunsafety. Children and teens are exposed to the sun a lot more in the summer due to popular outdoor activities. We all like the warm weather but the best way avoid sun damage is to avoid the sun. Talk about how to stay safe in the hot sun during the summer. Thats fine, but as an auntie, its hard to know where in the spectrum a particular child might fall. The purpose of this book is to educate your little one on sun safety and most importantly to continue to use these principles in your everyday lives. A parent guide to reduce the risk of children developing skin cancer in later life, which suggests simple sun smart measures which can be practiced at home and in care. Throughout the book, the safe family takes simple steps to prevent injuries, such as installing smoke alarms and using child safety seats.
The sun safety attitudes of parents and the effects on. Introduce ways students can protect themselves from getting sunburned. Following are the sunsmart recommendations and some resources which can help you implement them in your service. George the sun safe superstar book animation youtube. The sunsmart program has 10 recommendations services need to include in their sun protection policy to join the program based on advice from the world health organization. By implementing a bestpractice sun protection policy and practices, early childhood education and care services can help protect staff.
Try and keep little ones in the shade between 11am and 3pm when the sun is at its hottest. It is more important to start with small, feasible changes than to. How to keep children safe in the sun my 1st years blog. Important elements include sun protection education, a healthy school environment, and community and family involvement. Getting kids in the habit of addressing uv sun safety is more about encouraging them to pause and assess their surroundings before stepping outside. Tell students how the suns rays can cause serious sunburn. Sun safety activity sheet summer safety, water safety. Children will become familiar with some of the benefits and the harmful effects of being in the sun.
For indepth information and statistics, visit skin cancer statistics and issues. Make sure they understand the importance of using it. Cancer council provides guidance on how much sun you need and how to protect yourself from getting too much sun exposure. We also offer a range of high quality, affordable sun protection products to help keep you safe from the sun s damaging uv rays. Uv radiation is at its strongest in australia between september and april, between the hours of 10 am and 3 pm. Using sunscreen and protective clothing will lessen the chances of sunburn and reduce the risk of cancer. Dear 16yearold me, a video by the david cornfield melanoma fund, in which young melanoma survivors and friends and family members of melanoma victims talk about what they wished theyd known about sun exposure when they were 16 compiled photos of sun damaged skin wrinkles, lesions and all. Read on to learn the facts about protecting yourself and your family against the potentially damaging rays. Children can have fun coloring the pictures and reading about the safe family.
This is the story of how a boy became known by a very, very special name. Color me safe is a coloring book designed for children ages four to seven. Look for broadspectrum sunscreens that protect against uva and uvb rays. A childrens book on sun safety sun safety must start right away. Give teenagers sunscreen lotion if they are going to be outdoors for extended periods. The cancer council australia recommends a few easy to remember tips and a small slice of nostalgia to help guide you to make the right decision when enjoying the outdoors this summer. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Environmental protection agencys uv index external icon for your area, and follow these recommendations to help protect yourself and your family shade. Kids spend more time playing outside in the sun during the summer. Its vital that childrens skin is protected from the sun. Its good for children and adults to spend time playing and exercising outdoors, and its important to do so safely. The aad offers opportunities to help spread sun safety messages and increase public awareness about skin cancer through a variety of resources.
It is my sincere wish that this book is enjoyed by all children, helping them to learn, understand and remember the 5 ss of sun safety. Then, as they grow into the teen and tween years it becomes even more. As a result, they are exposed to ultraviolet uv rays from the sun. Not all schools will have the resources to integrate sun protection into all of these components. Mar 7, 20 print our simple sun safety activity sheet for home or classroom. Protecting your childs skin in child care careforkids. Written in the voice of a fouryearold girl, this fun and interactive narrative educates young children about the sun s ability to hurt our skin and shows how easy it is to protect ourselves. Where possible it is best to schedule trips outdoors to the park or beach or river outside of these hours. Sun safety for kids is very important as the temperatures rise. It also explains how the sun can be harmful and ways to protect ourselves from it. The key to keeping your child safe during the summer is to minimize sun exposure and remember to use sunblock with a high sun protection factor spf. The sun safety messaging within the story is very educational and important for children to learn. Skin sense, a story about sun safety for young children lori lehrerglickman, ed.
This activity will reinforce sun safe behaviors by taking advantage of small. Discover the best childrens safety books in best sellers. Forum for students doing their diploma in childcare. Rationale exposure to ultraviolet uv radiation in childhood is a major risk factor for developing skin cancer later in life. Teach teens about sun safety, how to understand the uv index, and the symptoms of sunburns and heat illness. A book to empower and teach children about personal body safety, feelings, safe and unsafe touch, private parts, secrets and surprises, consent, and respectful relationships jayneen sanders 4. Your child needs some sun to help her body to make vitamin d, which is important for things like strong bones and muscles. Be sun smart this lesson teaches kids about the sun and why plants, animals, and humans need it. This is a story of how a boy became known by a very, very special name. George the sun safe superstar axa ppp healthcare youtube. Nina goad of the british skin foundation tells us how to best protect children from the sun s harmful rays.
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