Lessons in Family Literacy - Home Environment

Home Environment - First Aid
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Standard 2 / Indicator 2.1

Demonstrate changes in home environment that support literacy and child development.
Provide a safe and healthy home environment.

Materials:

Pencil or pen
First Aid Activity handout – Use this paper to complete the activity.

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Lesson:

Handling Minor Accidents: Not all situations are emergencies. To learn how to handle minor accidents such as nosebleeds, bites, scratches, bumps, bruises, etc. go to the following website:
http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/index.html

Know When to Call the Doctor: Sometimes, you are not sure if you should call the doctor. If you are not sure, then go ahead and call. Do not be afraid that you might bother the doctor. Your child’s health and safety is very important. Go the following website for more tips on knowing when you should call the doctor.
http://www.vh.org/pediatric/patient/pediatrics/cqqa/callthedoctor.html

Activity:

Browse the Kids Health website on First Aid. Print and complete the activity sheet "First Aid." You will find the answers on the Kids Health website:
http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/index.html

Assessment:

Complete the Activity Sheet “First Aid” and show it to your mentor.

For more information:

Handling an Emergency	http://families.owc.edu/lessons/home/emergency.htm
Household Safety Checklist	http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/home/household_checklist.html
US Poison Control Centers	http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/home/poison_control_center.html
Teach your kids to dial 911	http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/positive/family/911.html