Accidents can happen to anyone at any time. Although it is almost impossible to eliminate every potential danger your child may come across throughout their young lives, it is possible to reduce the risks they may encounter.There is a fine line between protecting children and stifling them. Over protective parents can unwittingly prevent their children from learning about possible dangers and therefore how to protect themselves from harm.This book will help parents to take a balanced look at the dangers both inside and outside the home. It will show how to eliminate as many potential risks as possible. It also offers a wealth of tips and advice on topics including: -A* Stranger awarenessA* BullyingA* Understanding the dangers of the internetA* Recognising the different types of abuseA* Learning about personal safetyA* Dealing with accidents and illnessA* Understanding basic first aid REVIEWS: "'A readable, well laid out book, useful for home-based carers.' Child Care '...Offers idea s for adults working with children covering the full spectrum of child issues.' Northernlife Kids" AUTHOR BIOG: Allison Lee has been a registered childminder for over thirteen years with an outstanding Ofsted report. Using her wealth of knowledge and experience gained from working with children and their families for many years, she has written several books about childcare. She also tutors distance learning courses. Allison lives in Yorkshire with her husband and two teenage sons. She is author of Starting Your Own Childminding Business and The Childminder's Companion both from How To Books. CONTENTS: IntroductionAcknowledgements1. Keeping Your Child Safe in the Home2. Keeping Your Child Safe in the Garden3. Keeping Your Child Safe Outside the Home4. Bullying5. Dangers Online6. The Legal Framework for Protecting Children from Abuse7. Abuse of Children with Disabilities8. Physical Abuse9. Emotional Abuse10. Sexual Abuse11. Neglect12. Learning from Personal Safety13. Dealing with Accidents14. Dealing with Common Illnesses15 Basic First AidList of useful telephone numbers and websitesIndex.