Blog Archive: October 2008
Neighborhood Safety Part 5
Posted By McGruff on October 31, 2008
Happy Halloween! Are you going trick-or-treating tonight? If so, remember these tips. Draw a map of the path you will follow when trick-or-treating. At which houses will you stop? Only stop at houses with their outdoor lights on, and always use a flashlight. After trick-or-treating, go through your candy with your parents. Don't eat it all at once or you may get a stomach ache. Have fun and stay safe!
Neighborhood Safety Part 3
Posted By McGruff on October 29, 2008
When you are out in the neighborhood, you may find something dangerous. Maybe you see a weapon or drugs lying on the ground. If this happens, remember the safe people in your neighborhood who could help you, like a neighbor or police officer. Get away and ask one of these safe people for help.
Neighborhood Safety Part 2
Posted By McGruff on October 28, 2008
When you are out in the neighborhood, walking to school or riding your bike, you may find a dangerous situation. Maybe an adult you don't know tries to talk to you. If this happens, get away to a safe place, like a school, neighbor's house, or library. When you are in a safe place, you can ask an adult there for help.
Neighborhood Safety Part 1
Posted By McGruff on October 27, 2008
Where are the safe places in your neighborhood? Which people in your neighborhood could help you in an emergency? Talk with your parent about these questions. Draw a map of your neighborhood and include safe places you could go and safe people who could help you.
Preventing Drug Abuse Part 5
Posted By McGruff on October 24, 2008
It's fun to be involved in activities after school. Maybe you could go to a community center, sing in a choir, or play on a sports team. But one thing you should never do is use drugs. You can your friends can have lots of fun without drugs. Remember, most kids don't use drugs.
Preventing Drug Abuse Part 4
Posted By McGruff on October 23, 2008
One day you may be playing at your friend's house, and your friend might ask if you would like to drink some alcohol. But if you drink alcohol, you'll hurt your body and your brain. Make a smart choice and say "no" to alcohol.
Preventing Drug Abuse Part 3
Posted By McGruff on October 22, 2008
There are lots of fun things you can do after school. You can draw pictures, do crafts, or color. But one thing you should never do after school is smoke cigarettes. You and your friends can have lots of fun without cigarettes. Remember, most kids don't smoke cigarettes.
Preventing Drug Abuse Part 2
Posted By McGruff on October 21, 2008
Sometimes, you may be in a situation where someone offers you alcohol, cigarettes, or drugs. One reason you should say "no" is that if you use drugs, you will disappoint the people who care for you, like your mom, dad, and grandparents. Make a smart choice and say "no" to alcohol, tobacco, and drugs.
Preventing Drug Abuse Part 1
Posted By McGruff on October 20, 2008
It's very important to keep your body healthy. You can do many things to keep your body healthy. Good foods, such as vegetables, eggs, and cereal, help keep your body healthy. Playing tag with friends or playing on a sports team helps your body grow stronger. Another thing you can do is to stay away from alcohol, tobacco, and drugs.
Internet Safety Part 5
Posted By McGruff on October 17, 2008
Do you ever go online with your parent? You should! Show your parent or guardian what websites you like to visit, what computer games you like to play, and talk together about people you can send messages to. Your parents may have rules about how much time you can spend online, or what you can do, but remember that these rules help keep you safe.
Internet Safety Part 4
Posted By McGruff on October 16, 2008
When you use websites that allow you to send messages to other people, I bet you usually send kind messages. But some day you may get angry, and you may want to send someone a cruel message, or you may want to write something about another person that isn't true. Sending mean messages or spreading rumors online is a type of bullying. Remember, if you wouldn't say it in person, don't say it online.
Internet Safety Part 3
Posted By McGruff on October 15, 2008
Sometimes when you're online, someone will offer you something to buy that you really want. This person may say that they'll send you the item if you give them your parents' credit card number. But remember, never give out personal information without asking your parents first.
Internet Safety Part 2
Posted By McGruff on October 14, 2008
When you're online, you might send messages to other people. You may know some of those people in real life, but some of them you may not know. If anyone you meet online asks for your name, address, or what school you go do, sign off and tell an adult you trust. Never give out personal information without asking your parents first.
Internet Safety Part 1
Posted By McGruff on October 13, 2008
Going online and using the Internet can be lots of fun. You can play games, send messages to friends, and learn a lot. But everyone needs to know how to be respectful online and how to stay safe when they're online.
Bullying Prevention Part 5
Posted By McGruff on October 10, 2008
Sometimes a classmate may pick on someone in the hallway. The classmate may push the other kid, or kick him. If you see a person being bullied in the hallway, there is something you can do. Help someone being picked on by inviting him to walk with you.
Bullying Prevention Part 4
Posted By McGruff on October 09, 2008
Have you ever seen someone being picked on at recess? Maybe another kid is calling that person names and won't stop. If you see this happen, there is something you can do. Help someone being picked on by inviting her to play with you.
Bullying Prevention Part 4
Posted By McGruff on October 09, 2008
Have you ever seen someone being picked on at recess? Maybe another kid is calling that person names and won't stop. If you see this happen, there is something you can do. Help someone being picked on by inviting her to play with you.
Bullying Prevention Part 3
Posted By McGruff on October 07, 2008
Sometimes an older kid will pick on someone at the bus stop. The old kid may push someone around, or take her backpack. But there is something you can do. Help someone being picked on by inviting her to stand and wait with you.
Bullying Prevention Part 2
Posted By McGruff on October 07, 2008
Lunch time can be lots of fun because you can talk with all your friends. But for some people, lunch time is when other kids pick on them. If you see a child being picked on at lunch, help out. Help someone being picked on by inviting him to eat with you.
Bullying Prevention Part 1
Posted By McGruff on October 06, 2008
Bullying is a problem that a lot of kids face. Some kids tease others and call them names. They push or hit other kids, or take their things. Some kids tell lies about others behind their backs, or they try to embarrass others. If you see someone being bullied, tell an adult and ask for help.
Stay Tuned and Stay Safe
Posted By McGruff on October 03, 2008
October is Crime Prevention Month! All across the country, schools and communities are celebrating how to stay safe and prevent crime and violence. Each weekday this month, I'll post a new message on how you can stay safe. Share this message with your friends and your parents. Thanks for helping me Take A Bite Out Of Crime!
