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Playing It Safe LEVELED BOOK • K

Playing
A Reading A–Z Level K Leveled Book
Word Count: 399

It Safe

Written by
Elizabeth
Austin

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It Safe

Playing It Safe
Level K Leveled Book Correlation
Written by Elizabeth Austin © Learning A–Z LEVEL K
Written by Elizabeth Austin
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

On Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

At the Playground . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

In the Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Conclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 It’s common to get hurt while playing.

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Introduction
You are going along on your
scooter. You like this path because it
goes downhill. You go faster and
faster. Suddenly, you fall on your
knees and hands. Ouch!
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Playing can be lots of fun. You
like going fast, climbing high, and
swimming far. But playing can
also be dangerous. You could get
badly hurt. It is always important
to play safely.

Speed is fun—and dangerous.

On Wheels
The best thing about wheels is
going fast. But that is also the worst
thing! Going fast can be dangerous.
You need to protect your body
The right equipment can keep you safe. when you are on wheels.
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Your brain controls everything
in your body. It is very important
to protect your brain. Wearing a
helmet will protect your brain from
getting hurt.

When you fall, you put out your


hands to catch yourself. You land
on your wrists, knees, and elbows.
Wrist, knee, and elbow pads can
protect you from breaking your
bones.

Helmet

Ride with an adult if you are near cars.


Elbow pads

Riding near cars is very dangerous.


Cars are big and fast, and the
drivers cannot always see you.
Wrist pads
Ride your wheels on paths or the
Knee pads
sidewalk. If you have to ride in the
Proper safety equipment street, go with an adult.
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Rules for Wheels
1. Wear a helmet. The helmet should
rest flat on your head. The straps
should fit snugly.
2. Wear wrist, knee, and elbow pads.
3. Wear reflective clothing or tape.
4. Ride far over on the right side
Look for toys that are in good shape and on soft ground.
of the road.
5. Stop for stop signs, yield signs, At the Playground
and red lights. Playgrounds are great for climbing,
6. Make sure there are no cars swinging, and spinning. But lots
before you cross the street of kids get hurt on playgrounds.
or turn. Most kids get hurt by falling.
7. If you have to cross the street, Soft ground, such as wood chips
always look left, right, and or rubber, can help you land safely.
left again. Some kids cut themselves on
broken toys. Keep away from
broken or rusty playground toys.
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Rules for the Playground
1. Don’t push, shove, or crowd others.
2. Walk; don’t run.
3. Walk five big steps away from
moving toys, such as swings or
merry-go-rounds.
4. Don’t play on broken or rusty toys.
Wear a life jacket!

5. Play at playgrounds with soft


In the Water
ground underneath the toys.
Lots of people love swimming,
boating, and water sports. But every
year, many people get hurt in the
water. Always swim with a buddy
and with an adult watching. There
should be a lifeguard on duty at
community swimming areas. If you
swim alone, you could get hurt and
It’s very important to be safe in crowded playgrounds. someone might not see you in time.
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Always follow signs and rules.
Swimming in dirty water can make
Rules for Water
you sick. If you swim where there
are strong waves and currents, you 1. Always swim with a buddy.
could be swept away. If you dive
2. Make sure an adult is watching you.
outside diving areas, you could hit
your head and injure your brain. 3. Always follow safety signs:
Don’t swim if a sign says
Boats, jet skis, and water skis
“No Swimming.”
usually go on lakes, rivers, and
Only dive in diving areas.
the ocean. This kind of water can
Watch for signs about waves and
have currents and waves. It might
currents.
be very cold. A life jacket keeps
your head above water so you do 4. Wear a life jacket on boats and
not drown. when playing water sports.

5. Get out of the water right away if


you hear thunder or see lightning.

Wearing life jackets and following signs can save your life.

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Index
cars, 8, 9

elbow pads, 7

helmet, 7

life jacket, 12, 13, 14

playground toys, 10, 11

signs, 9, 13, 14

swimming, 5, 12, 13, 14

Police officers can teach you about safety rules.

Conclusion
Playing safely can keep you
from getting hurt. It can even save
your life. Make sure you and your
friends always play safely.
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