Participation In Being Sun Smart

[juliajf95]

a. list two ways educators can promote children’s participation in being Sun Smart.

Educators can also assist children to become ‘SunSmart’ by:

1. teaching them basic sun protection strategies,
2. by modeling practices that promote and encourage positive attitudes and habits in relation to skin protection.


b. What are the seven Sun Smart program recommendations?
1. children wear loose fitting clothing that covers the shoulders, neck, chest and upper arms
2. a SPF30+ broad spectrum sunscreen be applied to areas of children’s skin not protected by clothing at least 20 minutes before going outdoors
3. infants under 12 months should not be exposed to direct sunlight
4. all children wear a broad-brimmed hat, a bucket hat or a legionnaire style hat at all times when outdoors
5. the outdoor play space includes natural shade and built shade
6. the timing of the outdoor play is adapted to avoid the hottest part of the day (11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.) from October to March 
7. sun protection strategies are used throughout the year between 10.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. except in June and July. (Cancer Council NSW, 2013)

c. How can educators assist children to become Sun Smart?

Educators can also assist children to become ‘SunSmart’ by:

1. teaching them basic sun protection strategies,
2. by modeling practices that promote and encourage positive attitudes and habits in relation to skin protection.


Not sure if this is right.

[Lorina]

Yes, you're on the right track with your response!

In regards to how educators can assist children to be Sun Smart, you could also talk to children about the dangers such as getting sunburnt, dehydrated etc. so they have an understanding of the consequences that may occur if they are not Sun Smart.

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Lorina