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Water Safety

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Students examine water safety for the beach. They discuss the three safety rules, demonstrate various ways to rescue a person, participate in the stingray shuffle dance, and complete a crossword puzzle quiz.

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water safety, water

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beach safety rules, rip current, water rescue, water safety, health
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Grade
K - 4th
Subjects
Health
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Simulation
Technology
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