According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission "Across the U.S around 800,000 kids are rushed to the emergency room each year due to accidental poisoning. Of these around 30 children will die."

What kind of resources are available for families to better educate them on home safety? What should families consider when keeping their child safe? Seek resources (on-line and within your community) for children and families to support safe environments within their home. Include in your reflection paper why you chose the specific resources and how can they support families? Also what activities would you plan in the classroom for children that can extend to the home?

Health, Safety, and Nutrition for the Young Child, 9th Edition Marotz, Lynn R