| Web Link Exercises
Unit
9: Injury Prevention and Environmental Health
Chapter 27, Lesson 1
U.S.
Consumer Product Safety Commission
Although most people consider their home and community a safe
place, there can be hidden dangers. At this Web site, find
safety tips for reducing the risk of injury or death from
consumer products. Go to the Library area, and click on the
"CPSC Publications" link. Read some of the articles
under "Child Safety," and create a handbook that
helps babysitters and other caregivers keep children safe.
Chapter 27, Lesson 4
American
Red Cross Disaster Services
A natural disaster can occur just about anywhere and at any
time. Visit this Web site to learn how to prepare for and
stay safe during natural disasters. Click on "Disaster
Safety," and choose one type of natural disaster that
occurs in your area. Create a tip sheet that includes safety
guidelines for before, during, and after a disaster strikes.
Chapter 28, Lesson 2
American
Heart Association-Links in the Chain of Survival
How would you react to a life-threatening emergency? At this
Web site, you will learn how you can prepare for a life-threatening
emergency. Create a handout that summarizes how to handle
life-threatening emergencies.
Chapter 29, Lesson 1
U.S.
EPA Student Center-Air
How does global warming affect the air? At this Web site,
discover what global warming is, what global warming can do,
and what is being done about global warming. Click on global
warming to get this information. Write a brief summary of
what you learn.
Chapter 29, Lesson 3
U.S.
EPA Student Center
Do you know the expression "Waste not, want not"?
This Web site shows how to limit the amount of waste you create
by reducing, reusing, and recycling. Also learn about other
environmental issues such as air and water pollution. Click
on the "Waste & Recycling" link, and read the
Consumer's Handbook for Reducing Solid Waste. Return to the
"Waste & Recycling" page, and test your knowledge
by solving the "Waste No Words" crossword puzzle.
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