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Sun and heat

Life Skills · First aid for kids · ages 5-10
Name ______________________   Date ____________

  1. What should you drink often on a hot day?

    • Water
    • Nothing
    • Only a fizzy sugary drink

  2. A hat can help shade your face from the sun.

    Circle one:   True   False

  3. You should wait until you feel very thirsty before drinking water.

    Circle one:   True   False

  4. What helps protect your skin from sunburn?

    • Sunscreen
    • More time in the sun
    • Warm blankets

  5. Where is a good place to take a break from strong sun?

    • In the shade
    • In the hottest spot
    • On hot sand with no shoes

  6. Taking shade breaks helps your body cool down on a hot day.

    Circle one:   True   False

  7. You are about to play outside on a very sunny day. What is the best plan?

    • Bring water, wear a hat, and put on sunscreen
    • Skip water and stay in the sun all day
    • Wear a warm coat and run in the heat
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Answer key

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  1. Water · Water helps your body stay cool on hot days.
  2. True · A hat shades your face and helps keep the sun off.
  3. False · Drink water often, even before you feel thirsty, to stay cool.
  4. Sunscreen · Sunscreen, put on with a grown-up's help, protects your skin.
  5. In the shade · Shade gives your body a rest from the heat.
  6. True · Resting in the shade lets your body take a break from the heat.
  7. Bring water, wear a hat, and put on sunscreen · Water, a hat, and sunscreen keep you cool and safe in the sun.
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