Making safe and healthy decisions is an important part of growing up. The Kids Center is packed with what every tween needs to know; from internet safety and bullying prevention to keeping your body and mind healthy.
The following websites are designed for children and are aimed at increasing awareness about the many issues that youth face today.
Below are CDC and other federal government health websites especially for kids and teens.
CDC Websites
Learn how to protect yourself and your pets from a serious disease called rabies.
Learn how CDC works to help you stay healthy wherever you live, work, and play.
Other Federal Government Websites
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Kids’ Page
Learn more about health problems caused by the environment.
Learn about food safety, medicines, and other health issues.
Most kids use the internet for playing games, listening to music, chatting with friends, shopping, and much more. While using the internet may be a lot of fun, it is important to stay safe while on the internet. The internet can be a dangerous place for kids and teens if you don't play by the rules.
Safety pledges below provided by netsmartzkids.org.
- I will always check first with my parent, guardian, or other trusted adult before going anywhere, helping anyone, accepting anything, or getting into a car.
- I will take a friend with me when going places or playing outside.
- I will tell people "NO" if they try to touch or hurt me. It's OK for me to stand up for myself.
- I will tell my trusted adult if anything makes me feel sad, scared, or confused.
- I will tell my trusted adult if anything makes me feel sad, scared, or confused.
- I will ask my trusted adult before sharing information like my name, address, and phone number.
- I won’t meet face-to-face with anyone from the Internet.
- I will always use good netiquette and not be rude or mean online.