SAFETY PAMPHLET

1. As a group, read over and discuss your assigned safety topic. Further information can also be found the class textbook.

2. As a group design a brochure that is colorful, creative, eye-catching, and informative NOT JUST A BUNCH OF WORDS

3. Keep information short and to the point. Use proper grammar and spelling.

4. Be prepared to present this information to the class. Plan your group presentation. Make this something you would like to listen to and read. If you think that you would be bored listening to or reading the information, than it needs to be changed.

5. Before your presentation, give this grade sheet to the teacher. After your presentation, give your pamphlet to the teacher

GROUP MEMBERS SAFETY TOPIC

Categories 5 points 3-4 points 2 points 1 point Design Planned carefully and Design showed an awareness Design is adequate but Did the minimum required. effectively. Met all of the expectations. Show shows a lack of planning Not as neat as it could be. No expectations. Creative, original, some originality and and professionalism. Little originality. colorful, and eye-catching. creativity. Pamphlet looks evidence of original Neat and professional look. nice and is neatly done. thought or that the creators had any fun. Information Absolutely Complete, For the most part it is Assignment is barely Attempted this brochure; lacks informative, interesting, Complete, informative, complete. evidence that grammar and relevant, concise. Proper interesting, relevant, concise. Contains grammar and spelling were checked. grammar and spelling 1 or 2 grammar and spelling spelling mistakes. mistakes. Effort and Brochure was continued until it Worked hard and completed Finished the pamphlet but it Done with minimal effort Perseverance was as complete as the group the pamphlet, but with more could have been improved could make it; gave it effort time and effort it would have with more effort; adequate above and beyond; pride in been outstanding. interpretation of going well beyond the requirements, lacked finish; requirement chose an easy design. Craftsmanship The pamphlet is exceptional With a little more effort, the Showed average Shows poor craftsmanship or and skill and patiently done; it was as work could have been craftsmanship; adequate, poor understanding of the excellent as hard work could outstanding; lacks the but not as good as it could assignment. make it. finishing touches. have been, a bit careless. Group Organized and interesting; Presentation was organized; Average presentation with Just presented to present Presentation entertained us, everyone had a purpose and a plan. a plan and purpose. participated; there was a With more confidence, it definite purpose and a plan. might have been more interesting and entertaining. Public Speaking Used excellent public speaking Aware of public speaking With more confidence, this This must have been a very Techniques techniques:eye-contact, loud techniques and displayed would have been a great troubling experience. voice, could be understood, not these. presentation. hiding behind paper, holding still Child Development Group Presentation

As a group, study and research your assigned care or safety topic. Use the provided packet for guidelines and some of your information, but use other forms of material to gather more information. Plan a creative, complete, and informative presentation to teach the class about your topic. Include a teaching tool or visual aid in your presentation. You will be given about 5 minutes for your presentation. Make this something you would like to watch. If you think that you would be bored watching it, then make it more interesting.

Topic Assigned______Group names 1.______2.______3.______4.______

Presenters 1.______2.______3.______4.______

Due on ______(those who are present and prepared to present will receive the points)

Expectations Points Possible Points Earned Teaching Tool or visual 10 Members of group prepared 10 and here to present Prepared: presentation was 20 planned and materials ready Creative: spent time making 10 presentation interesting. Did not just read off paper. Group: team worked 10 together to plan and present the information Information: presentation 20 covered all correct information, was organized, easy to follow, and complete. Presentation: You could be 20 heard and understood. Your face could be seen. Used public speaking techniques. Comments Total Points Possible: Total Points Earned: 100 Dressing and Diapers

Follow the Dressing up Listening Guide to direct your presentation and research. Feel free to bring in extra props and do some demonstrations on how to dress and diaper a baby.

Feeding and Burping Infants

Explain the Advantages and Disadvantages of both Breast Feeding and Bottle Feeding. A price comparison of various formulas for a one month supply would be interesting. Remember to discuss Burping an infant and spitting up. Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations on feeding and burping an infant.

Bathing an Infant

Explain how to bathe and infant. Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations on how to bathe an infant and what supplies might be used.

Shaking and Tossing an Infant (Shaken Baby Syndrome)

Explain the dangers of “playfully” shaking and tossing and infant. Explain what shaken baby syndrome is, its effects, and its symptoms. Feel free to bring in props and do some acting demonstrations. Overall Infant Safety and Equipment Guidelines

Explain the basic safety regulations for baby equipment. Use the 5 questions on the Listening Guide to help direct you presentation and research. Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations. Find the safety seal on an item to show them what it really looks like.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Explain what this is and its possible causes. Discuss putting your baby to sleep on its back as a safety precaution Feel free to bring in props and do some sleeping demonstrations.

Car Seats

Explain the different type of car seats and what ages/weight ride in them. Discuss car seat Do’s and Don’t’s Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations on how to correctly use a car seat.

Cribs and Playpens and Bassinets

What are the Safety Standards for these? Discuss cautions and Do’s and Dont’s Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations on using this equipment.

Strollers and Carriers (ie: slings, snugglers, packs…)

What are the Safety Standards for these? Discuss cautions and Do’s and Dont’s Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations on using these items. High Chairs and Swings and Walkers

What are the Safety Standards for these? Discuss cautions and Do’s and Dont’s Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations on using these.

Immunizations Explain why we immunize. (communicable disease is important) Explain what shots are given and when. Explain any side effects that might happen. Feel free to bring in props and do some demonstrations on using these.

First Aid Explain what to do in the following situations: a cut, a bee sting, a burn, an insect bite or plant irritation, convulsions, and poison (explain when to dilute and when to vomit) Demonstrate these first aid techniques. Feel free to bring in props and do some acting Baby Care Group Presentation Dressing and Diapering Folder # Feeding and Burping Infants Folder # 1.______1.______2.______2.______3.______3.______

Car Seats Folder # Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Folder # 1.______1.______2.______2.______3.______3.______

Toy Safety and Guidelines Folder # Shaking and Tossing an Infant (SBS) # 1.______1.______2.______2.______3.______3.______

Bathing an Infant Folder # Cribs, Playpens, and Bassinets Folder # 1.______1.______2.______2.______3.______3.______

Strollers and Carriers Folder # High Chairs, Swings, and Walkers # 1.______1.______2.______2.______3.______3.______

Immunizations Folder # First Aid Folder # 1.______1.______2.______2.______3.______3.______

Child Proof a House Folder # 1.______2.______3.______Dressing and Diapering

Feeding and Burping Infants

Car seats Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Infant Safety and Equipment Guidelines Shaking and Tossing an Infant Shaken Baby Syndrome Bathing an Infant

Cribs, Playpens, and Bassinets

Strollers and Carriers High Chairs, Swings, and Walkers

Immunizations

First Aid