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When kids spend more time in the backyard, parents grow increasingly concerned about their safety. Learn ways to prevent injuries to children during outdoor play.

Parents who have set up play equipment in the home garden should ensure backyard safety for kids.

Your ocean vacation should be full of fun and adventure and free from accidents. Be prepared for dangers from the water, sand and sun, and practice beach safety.

Kids need their parents' help to stay safe while bike riding. Falls, faulty bike equipment, and other vehicles all put children at risk of injury.

A Christmas tree is a sight to behold by the families who take the time to decorate one. Here are some tips to keep your tree from becoming a safety hazard for your kids.

Contracts, netiquette, and passwords are some simple steps to help keep kids safe in cyberspace.

When a family looks for a dog the emphasis is often on finding a dog that's "good with children." Don't forget to train your kids to be good with dogs!

MySpace is adding newer technology and more manpower to verify users' identities and ages on their profiles. But is this enough protection against predators?

Creating a safe school begins with defining the problems, developing policies and procedures, and then educating students, parents, and staff on corrective measures.

Summer isn't only about avoiding sunburn or drowning. It is also about making time for protective factors, such as time with our kids, that create emotional safety nets.

Skin cancer is thought to be associated with severe UVB burns that occur before the age of 20, highlighting the importance of sun protection in the early years.

Fishing is a fun way to bond with the kids and help them become lovers of nature. But in the midst of bonding, one must also take steps to keep kids safe while they fish.

With an ever changing world, the neighborhood may not be as safe for kids as in the past. Using simple safety tips can help protect the child and ease the parents' mind.

The colder weather means we will be turning up the heat in our houses. Be aware of potential fire dangers that can occur when this happens.

The thought of an unsupervised child with a firearm is bone chilling. Proper gun safety can reduce, but not eliminate unthinkable gun accidents.

Simple Halloween lesson plan to teach students the basics of Halloween safety. Students will work in groups to brainstorm a variety of safety tips.

MySpace pages can open up a whole new world but if kids aren't careful, these same pages can stop young people from going places.

As children spend more and more time on the Internet, it is imperative parents are well-informed and up-to-date when it comes to online safety awareness.

In order to bring much needed awareness to the potential risks and issues our children face online, June has been designated National Internet Safety Month.

The world leader in e-safety education, with more than 21 million students internationally, now provides schools with internet safety curricula via online subscriptions.

Teens are the most victimized age group for internet sexual predators. Read on for tips on protecting your family from unwanted advances.

Safer Internet Day, an international blogathon, begins February 12, 2008. Participate in the week-long event and bring awareness to online safety issues.

The Internet is a great resource for learning and communicating with friends yet there are those who prey on young people online and often lure them into offline contact.

Summer means lots of fun at the beach or pool for kids, but parents must teach and follow these essential rules for child water safety.

Christmas and Hanukkah decorations and celebrations require extra vigilance from parents and pet owners. Make the holidays safe for everyone with these tips!

Camping is becoming a very popular family vacation option. While enjoying the outdoors with young children, there are many safety precautions to consider.

Every parent's worst nightmare is that his or her child won't know what to do in an emergency situation. Here's what kids need to know in case of a house fire.

The new Miss America Kid-Safe Browser provides a fun and safe online surfing experience for children and provides parental peace-of-mind for free.

Halloween can be an exciting time for families, but it can also be dangerous if the proper precautions aren't taken to safeguard kids when they're out trick or treating.

Children can be encouraged to make some positive changes in dietary habits and behavior in the New Year.

Families spend more time outside during the summer months, so parents must go that extra mile to keep children safe when the weather is hot.

Communities in the Northeast USA will host many parades on Thanksgiving Day.

From economic woes to flu fears, many parents are foregoing expensive classes and costly outings this winter. Below are some indoor activities to keep kids busy.

The family backyard can be transformed into a fun and safe playground for young children.

Allowing children to help and work in the home garden is a useful approach to build practical skills and nurture their love for nature.

Empowering Youth: How to Encourage Young Leaders to Do Great Things! is published by the Search Institute and is based on their 40 Developmental Assets for adolescents.

Families can stay safe on the beach by observing safety signs, teaching children swimming rules, watching out for dangerous sea creatures and avoiding sun damage.

Parents should choose Halloween costumes that are fire resistant, can be taken off quickly, visible in the dark and allow kids to see and move easily.

Properly installed and maintained playground equipment and constant parental supervision are crucial to prevent playground injuries in children.

Parents should find kid-friendly restaurants, teach children desirable table manners and practice restaurant safety when eating at restaurants with kids.

Choosing the right sand, keeping the sandpit clean and regular sandpit maintenance are some safety tips for backyard sandpits.

Dr. Ann Blake Tracy makes a case that SSRI medications don't work the way doctors believe and may be responsible for some of the most horrific crimes of the last decade.

Car seat safety is of utmost importance to many parents, but often they do not realize the danger aftermarket products can have on the child's safety during an accident.

This health and hygiene lesson plan stresses the importance of handwashing for children to prevent the spread of germs.