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Rationale
It is never too early to instruct children about the risks of fire and how to prevent injury from fire and burns. Repeated, consistent instruction and reinforcement help to instill positive, safe behaviors. Objectives Children learn to identify and avoid common fire and burn hazards; to develop burn-safe behaviors; proper fire escape and emergency reporting procedures; and survival actions in case a burn occurs.
Description
Grade-rated, curricula-based program contains complete lessons plans (seven total lessons for older children) which include behavioral objectives, lesson outlines and concept information, activity directions and materials list. Lessons for preschool age are taught through puppet shows and reinforced by activities (songs, skits), while primary grade students receive information integrated into current safety and life skills classroom instruction. Lessons can also incorporate elements of mandated curriculum in math, verbal, science skills. Seperate age-specific educational packages are available for preschool-kindergarten, grades 1,2 and 3. Each package has complete lesson plans, including concept information, behavioral objectives and activities. Lessons present survival and prevention concepts related to the age group's highest burn risks. These easy-to-teach programs can be used by teachers or youth group leaders.
Target Participants
Children preschool through primary grades-ages 3 through 8. Distribution Methods & Partners Primarily taught by teachers, integrating with mandated core curricula and schedule parameters; Daycare facilities; Preschools; Head Start Centers; Primary School Classrooms; safety educators, and fire service community educators.
Program Topics and Highlights