Students listen as teacher reads Words Are Not For Hurting, and answer questions about the content. Students discuss how to prevent arguments and work disagreements out with words. Students watch a puppet show that promotes discussion as...

High schoolers explore the uses of optical fibers, are exposed to the principles of refraction and total internal reflection, solve problems relating to the design of fiber optic cables, and compare them to copper transmission lines.

Students explore teen driving habits. In this health journalism lesson, students read the USA Today article titled "Teens Buckle Each Other Up", respond to discussion questions regarding the article, and complete an activity based on the...

Students are introduced to basic outdoor survival concepts. They identify the seven basic needs for survival. Students describe the symptoms and treatment for frostbite and hypothermia. They compare and contrast the value of different...

Students review various concepts of health curriculum, including what to do in emergency situations, first aid, weather watches/warnings, etc. by playing a live action tic-tac-toe game.

The basics about young worker health and safety. Includes information on workplace rights and responsibilities, work hours, job restrictions, hazards on the job, and ways to prevent injuries, as well as educational resources and factsheets.

Learn all the important facts about a head injury. Topics include: what is it, causes, different kinds, symptoms, diagnosis, first aid, prevention, and more. Click on included graphic images to view additional related topics such as...

The Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh offers safety tips on riding scooters, skates, and skateboards, as well as maintaining equipment.

This resource offers tips to prevent gymnastics injuries and when to return to the sport after injuries.

This resource provides information about how to prevent children's sports injuries.

Injuries resulting from overexertion while participating in sports are inevitable. However, by understanding how they can be prevented, cared for, and their recovery time, you can become better prepared. Links to related articles are...

Males generally don't like to think of the pain resulting from being hit in the testicles. Unfortunately it does happen and it's beneficial to know the steps one should take if this situation ever arises. Links to supplementing article...

This site provides numerous links to organizations and websites that will provide valuable information regarding the prevention of diving accidents.

Find a comprehensive list of things that can be done around household pools to prevent injuries and accidents.

Repetitive stress injuries are a result of the overuse of a particular body part. This uncomfortable feeling can be treated and prevented. Learn what you can do in this article to avoid such an injury. Links to similar sites are also...

Injuries are inevitable in some sports, but they are preventable. Through the use of equipment and caution these injuries can be understood and avoided. Links to related sites are also available.

If you're involved in sports and your knee becomes injured, chances are you'll have to sit out. Learn more on this site about the types of knee injuries, what doctors do to fix the injury, and how they can be prevented. Links to similar...

Provides short synopses of the many health issues and causes of illness or disability facing students today.

Tips for preventing child injuries in the home such as burns, drownings, falls, and poisonings. Links to related podcasts.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text listing ways to prevent sports injuries. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

This organization is dedicated to promoting safe farm practices and preventing injury and death in children. You can find many printable materials and games, and a few interactive activities.

Concussions usually result from a sports related injury or accident. Find out more about this serious condition, how they are treated, and how to prevent them. The site also includes links to similar sites.

This resource provides information about child labor laws and occupational safety standards for anywhere employing teen workers.

How can you prevent spinal cord injury when involved in an auto accident? Remember to wear a seatbelt. This resource contains a brief history of seatbelts, as well as statistics from research studies providing the effectiveness of...