The Fourth of July and fireworks—it’s hard to think about one without the other. And it’s no wonder. The tradition is as old as the country itself. On the eve of the first Independence Day, founding father John Adams predicted future generations would celebrate with “Bells, Bonfires, and Illuminations from one end of this Continent to the other.”

Vegetables cooking on a grill

Keep the grill going and your kids safe with these safety tips. 

As parents, it is always a joy to watch our children run, jump, climb, and make new friends at the playground. It makes sense that our little ones enjoy the playground so much that they sometimes forget about safety and the possibility of injuries. So, as a parent it's important to be conscious of the injuries that may occur while they are playing.

National Poison Prevention Week (March 17-23) is a great time to add some simple safety tips to your parenting toolkit.

Thank you for your interest in our Take it from a Teen Challenge. As you saw in the video, Safe Kids and Union Pacific are joining together to provide teenagers with an opportunity to inspire their fellow teens to be safer around train tracks. Plus, a chance to win $200 or even $1,000!

We’re all looking forward to some well-earned relaxation, peace, and joy this holiday season. And we don’t want preventable injuries to get in the way. So here are some proven and practical tips to keep kids safe and to give parents some peace of mind during all your holiday adventures.

On the Road

Regardless of how you choose to celebrate this Halloween, here are a few ways to make safety a part of your planning.

Child Passenger Safety Week

During this special time of the year dedicated to keeping kids safe in cars and on the road, Safe Kids and our 400 coalitions are asking every parent and caregiver to take just a few minutes to make sure their car seat is used and installed properly. Just a simple checkup can make a big difference for the safety of your family.

And we’re going to make it easy.

To all the new and expecting moms and dads out there, congratulations. You’re going to be amazing parents and we'll be right here with you so you're not alone.

Baby Safety Month is all about getting you the information you need to put your mind at ease when it comes to the safety of your new baby.

So here are six simple tips to get you started.

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