Get a grown-up first

Life Skills · First aid for kids · ages 5-11

Name ______________________ Date ____________

What is the first thing to do when someone is hurt?
- Get a grown-up
- Fix it all by yourself
- Hide
You have to fix every hurt all by yourself.
Circle one: True False
If someone is bleeding a lot, you should stay quiet so nobody notices.
Circle one: True False
A friend suddenly cannot wake up. What should you do?
- Shout for a grown-up right away
- Wait and see
- Give them a snack
Taking a slow breath before you act helps you do what?
- Stay calm and think
- Run away
- Fall asleep
Staying calm helps the hurt person feel safer too.
Circle one: True False
You see someone hurt and no grown-up is nearby. What is the best plan?
- Call out loudly and go find the nearest adult
- Try to carry them home
- Do nothing

Answer key

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Get a grown-up · A grown-up knows what to do next, so getting one is the best first step.
False · You never have to do it alone. Getting a grown-up is the safe choice.
False · Shout for help right away and keep shouting until an adult comes.
Shout for a grown-up right away · When someone cannot wake up, get a grown-up as fast as you can.
Stay calm and think · A calm breath helps you think clearly and helps the hurt person feel safer.
True · When you are calm, the hurt person often feels calmer and safer.
Call out loudly and go find the nearest adult · Call for help and go find an adult. Your job is to bring help fast.