Sun Safety Alliance

Fresh air, sunshine, and exercise are essential to the healthy development of young children. Children who regularly spend time running, jumping, and playing outdoors are generally more fit and have a lower risk of being overweight. Adults should encourage children to be outside, active, and safe – including sun-safe.

The main message for young children is “Your skin protects you. You should protect your skin.” For children in grades K-2, these activities focus on actions and decisions that children can make themselves – such as seeking shade. For children in grades 3-5, these activities integrate language, math, and science skills with sun-safety information. Sun safety education should promote informed decision making skills and life-long health habits.

Download an activities worksheet for grades K-2 here

Download an activities worksheet for grades 3-5 here