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Topic: Safety

The best way to defeat worry is to know the best ways to keep safe in any situation, whether it’s trick-or-treating safety, baby-proofing the house, or knowing how to recognize a safe play-ground.

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Websites Often Cause Confusion and Stress in Children

It's important to look at children behaviors online. Studies show complex Web sites cause stress in children who can't navigate them.

Fears of War and Terrorism May Cause Stress in Children

With terrorism and war so often in the news, children worry about their safety in school and at home. Adults need to realize that television and violence are a disturbing combination for kids.

Checklist for Playground Safety in Schools and Public Parks

Use this checklist--or one like it--to determine the levels of safety in schools and public parks. The checklist explains what elements on a playground should be in place for safe play.

Choking Can Happen: Be Prepared With These Choking First Aid Hints

We often think many things are healthy foods to eat for everyone, but that's not necessarily true. Make sure you know these chocking first aid hints in case you ever need them.

Family Ideas for a Safe Halloween

Halloween can be a spook-tacular event for your children. To ensure your little goblins stay injury-free as they trick or treat, follow these rules and family ideas for a safe evening.

Safety for the Home: Have a Fire Escape Plan

Does your family know what to do if there's a fire? One way to ensure safety for the home is to develop a fire escape plan. Learn family ideas for preventing and surviving a fire.

Family Ideas to Ensure Online Safety

The Web is an exciting but potentially dangerous place for kids. What can parents do to protect their children? Read this detailed list of family ideas that can help make the Web a safe place for kids.

K-12 Education: Current Issues With No Child Left Behind

No Child Left Behind was developed as public school policy that would give parents more information. School standardized tests contribute to a report card on schools, but create major education issues.

More than Safety for Home: The Dirt on Sandbox Safety

Parents worry about safety for home, infant car safety and safety in school. But many might not think about sandboxes. They can be fun, but they can also make your little one sick.

Maintain Child Car Safety with Booster Seats

Even after your child outgrows the infant car safety seat, you'll still want to keep them safe during car travel. Booster seats in the back seat will prevent injuries for children ages 4 to 8.

Watchdog Works Toward Toy Safety for Home

The Consumer Product Safety Commission tries to provide safety for home by listing tips for buying and maintaining toys. It also offers a free email list which notifies parents when toys are being recalled.

Bullying Information Resource List for Girls

Discover the best resources for bullying information to help your daughter deal with a bully or stop being one. You will find everything you need to stop bullying now, including books, Web sites, and seminars.

Boys Who Bully: What, When, Where, Why, and How

Just because we know that many types of bullying occur at our kids’ schools doesn’t mean this type of social violence is harmless. Far from it! Learn why boys bully and how you can help your son if he is a victim of bullying.

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