Water Safety Heroes and Rules
Staying Safe Around Water Prep Class Water Safety
WALT - We Are Learning To
Identify safe and unsafe behaviours around water Name trusted adults who keep us safe Create a poster to teach others about water safety
WILF - What I'm Looking For
I can name safe and unsafe things people do near water I can identify trusted adults who help keep us safe I can create a poster that teaches others water-safe choices
TIB - This Is Because
God wants us to make wise choices that protect our lives Water can be fun but also dangerous if we are not careful Sharing safety messages helps keep our whole community safe
Where Do We Find Water?
Think about all the places you see water in your daily life
Places Where Water Safety Rules Apply
Swimming pools (including inflatable pools) Beaches and ocean Rivers, creeks, and ponds Baths at home
Meet Our Water Safety Heroes
Lifeguards watch over us at beaches and pools Swimming instructors teach us how to swim safely Parents and trusted adults supervise us We can be safety heroes too by following the rules
Hero Spotting Game
Look at the pictures Point to the water safety heroes Tell us how they keep people safe
Key Water Safety Rule #1
Always swim with an adult Never go in the water alone Stay close to your grown-up Tell an adult if you want to go near water
Key Water Safety Rule #2
Follow lifeguard instructions Listen carefully to what they say Lifeguards know how to keep everyone safe They can see dangers we might miss
Key Water Safety Rule #3
Walk, don't run near water Wet surfaces can be very slippery Running can cause dangerous falls Take your time and be careful
Key Water Safety Rule #4
Wear a life jacket when boating Life jackets help you float Choose the right size for your body Keep it fastened properly
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