A Survey of the Frequency of Accidents/Injuries for Preschoolers Enrolled in an Inner-City Head Start Program.

Huber, Gretchen; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ519933

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1996

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A Survey of the Frequency of Accidents/Injuries for Preschoolers Enrolled in an Inner-City Head Start Program.

Huber, Gretchen; And Others

Education and Treatment of Children, v19 n1 p46-54 Feb 1996

This study surveyed 100 parents and teachers to assess frequency and patterns of accidents among preschool children. Inappropriate uses of toys and other materials; falling due to ice, water, or objects underfoot; slipping in the bathtub; and inappropriate response to strangers were identified as common causes of accidents. Implications for the design of safety education curricula are discussed. (Author/PB)

Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Accidents, Curriculum Development, Disadvantaged Youth, Incidence, Injuries, Inner City, Parent Attitudes, Preschool Children, Preschool Education, Safety Education, School Accidents, Teacher Attitudes, Urban Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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