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The Day I Learned About Water Safety

By Kaitlyn Recchiuti

August 30, 2024

When I was just 12 years old, I attended a neighborhood pool party with a few families from our street. There were kids of all ages, with the youngest being around the age of 2. As the adults gathered in the shallow end of the pool, one mother was with her young toddler. She placed the young girl on a pool noodle as a floatation device. Her mom had a false perception that with so many people around, her child would be safe.

Sadly, she was wrong.

Soaring Teen Injury Death Rates Call for Stronger Driver’s License Laws

By Anthony Green

September 29, 2018

A teen ready to drive.

Teen driving tragedy a strong reminder to do more to prepare teens to be safe drivers.

Railroad Safety FAQs

September 12, 2018

Train traveling down the tracks

Frequently asked questions about railroad and train track safety

Tags: Rail Safety, Railroad, Tracks

Safety Information for Railroad Safety Week

September 10, 2018

A train passing by as the railroad lights flash.

Learn about Railroad Safety Month and what Safe Kids and Union Pacific Railroad are doing to keep kids safe around railroad tracks.

Child Passenger Safety Month Promotes Car Seat Safety for Parents

By Lorrie Walker

August 30, 2018

A baby in a car seat.

During the month of September, Safe Kids coalitions will celebrate Child Passenger Safety Month by hosting events all across the country to help parents learn how to install and use their child’s car seat correctly.

5 Tips for Choosing Your Baby’s First Car Seat

By Lorrie Walker

August 30, 2018

Baby’s First Car Seat

Check out our tips for buying your baby’s first car seat and learn about the best options for keeping your baby safe and staying within your budget.

Chicago Fire Tragedy Reminds Families of the Importance of Working Smoke Alarms: Check Out Tips to Stay Safe in Home Fire

By Anthony Green

August 29, 2018

Importance of Working Smoke Alarms

A tragedy in a Chicago fire is a reminder to all parents to learn how to keep kids safe in home fires. Here are tips that can help save a life.

Summer Heat Calls for Action to Protect Young Athletes on Sports Fields

August 22, 2018

A teen drenched in sweat from playing sports outside.

Too many kids are dying of heatstroke during summer practices. Learn how these tragedies can be prevented.

Safe Kids Day Reaches Parents and Children around the Country

August 16, 2018

kid with mom looking happy

Thousands of families celebrate Safe Kids Day in their communities

After 10 Years, Consumer Product Improvement Law is Worth Celebrating

August 15, 2018

The ten year anniversary of the tougher federal law on child consumer product safety celebrated by Safe Kids intern

Things You Need To Know As You Head Back To School

August 6, 2018

Little boy waits at street corner to cross the street

Mistakes kids make when walking and how to be safer.

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