Athletics & Wellness Grade 1 45 min

Finding Safe Spaces to Play

Let's learn how to find the best and safest places to play! Knowing where to play helps us have lots of fun without getting any boo-boos.

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What & Why

A safe play space is a place where you can run, jump, and have fun without worrying about getting hurt. We need to choose these spots so our bodies stay healthy and strong!Safe places have:Soft ground (like grass or sand)Lots of open spaceA grown-up watchingUnsafe places might have:Cars and busy streetsSharp things like broken glass or pointy rocksDeep water
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Example 1 — The Playground

A playground is built just for kids to play safely!Look for:Soft ground like wood chips, sand, or rubber mats.Swings, slides, and climbers that are not broken.A grown-up who is watching you play.Avoid:Playing on wet or broken equipment.Running in front of the swings.
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Example 2 — A Backyard or Park

Your own backyard or a nearby park can be a wonderful place for games!Look for:A fence to keep you safely inside (in a yard).Clear, open space with soft grass.A grown-up who knows you are playing there.Avoid:Playing near garden tools, a grill, or a busy street.Chasing a ball if it rolls out of the safe area.

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Sample Practice Questions

Beginner
What makes a playground a safe place to play?
A.Soft ground and a grown-up watching
B.Lots of big rocks to climb
C.A busy street right next to it
D.Broken swings that are extra fast
Beginner
Your ball rolls into the street. What is the BEST thing to do?
A.Run into the street quickly to get it.
B.Ask a grown-up to get it for you.
C.Wait until you think there are no cars and then run.
D.Leave the ball and get a new one.
Beginner
Which of these is NOT a safe place to play?
A.A grassy park away from the road
B.A parking lot with moving cars
C.Your fenced backyard
D.A school gym with a teacher

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Let's learn how to find the best and safest places to play! Knowing where to play helps us have lots of fun without getting any boo-boos.

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