How to Be Safe in Summer    [26-07-2008] Summer is here and it’s time to hit the beach! In Korea, we have many beautiful beaches. So, why don’t you hit the beaches during your summer vacation? But keeping safe at the beach and in the sun is very important. Getting hurt is no fun at all! If you take good care of yourself, you can have lots and lots of fun in the sun! Keeping Safe at the Beach Choose beaches that are patrolled by lifeguards. Never swim alone in case you get into trouble. Getting cramps or being caught by a strong current can put you in a dangerous situation. If you think the sea is too rough, do not go in. If the lifeguards tell you to get out of the water, get out right away. And never dive into oceans, lakes or rivers because you do not know how deep the water is. Also, never swim after dark. No one can see you if you need help! Floating around on a tube or a blow up mattress isn’t a good idea at the beach. It can be fun in a swimming pool. But in the sea, you could be carried out further than you are able to swim back. You can even be tossed and thrown by waves! Play It Safe in the Sun Children should be protected from sun damage. Up to 80 percent of our lifetime’s sun exposure occurs during childhood. Young skin can be easily damaged, so proper protection is vital. Doctors believe that sunburn during childhood can lead to skin cancer later in life. Use a sunscreen of factor 15 or above which has UVA protection. Apply it 15-30 minutes before going into the sun. Re-apply sunscreen every two hours and re-apply again after you swim. Keep in mind that sunscreen doesn’t provide 100 percent protection from the sun’s UV rays. Children should be covered up and stay in the shade between 11am and 3pm. Motion Sickness Traveling with your family is very fun. But many children suffer from motion sickness. When this happens, you might feel very tired or dizzy. Sometimes you might even throw up. If you feel motion sickness, drink plenty of water. And ask your mom or dad to stop the car for some fresh air. Don’t read a book in the car. Instead, try to sleep or focus on objects in the distance. Taking travel sickness pills before the journey can help, too. Eating ginger biscuits and peppermint sweets also helps.     출처: 어린이 영자신문 키즈타임즈 (www.kidstimes.net)