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By Curtis Stoddard Illustrated by Jacob B. Amen
SLYDE, THE PLAYGROUND HOUNDtm
by Curtis L. Stoddard, CPSI Illustrated and Produced by Jacob B. Amen 2002, All rights reserved Instructors, care givers, administrators, recreation departments, service clubs, parents, playground specialists and anyone involved in the education of children can contact PLAYGROUND HOUND, LLC. for information about playground safety kits and classroom curriculum. PLAYGROUND HOUND, LLC P.O. Box 603 Ashton, ID 83420 1-800-388-2196 www.playgroundhound.com playgroundhound@ida.net SLYDE, THE PLAYGROUND HOUNDtm is a trademark of Playground Hound, LLC, Ashton, ID. 83420 USA No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means now known or which will become known, without written permission from PLAYGROUND HOUND, LLC. Created, printed and bound in the United States of America
This book is dedicated to all of the children and their families who have suffered an injury or loss of a loved one due to a playground-related incident. We hope that Slyde can make a difference in the lives of all children who encounter him by teaching them about playground safety.
Slyde The Playground Hound lives in Playground Town. 1
Everyday Slyde goes to the playground to play. 2
He has a great time on the Merry-Go-Rounds. 3
He loves to hang around. 4
Slyde also likes to sail down the slippery slide. 5
Slyde loves to Fly in the swings. 6
Slyde knows that you like to do these fun things too. 7
But Slyde wants you to think about something when you are at the playground.
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He wants you to remember... you are playing on play equipment.
There are things that can hurt you, but there are things you can do to keep yourself safe!
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Always remember when you have drawstrings to tuck them inside your clothing or take them off.
This is a very important safety rule. 12
Slyde also wants you to remember to never play with ropes or strings while you are visiting the playground.
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You should always keep your shoes tied while you play.
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If your clothes are too loose you may get caught on some play equipment.
If your playground has chains never wrap them around yourself or any of your friends.
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Slyde loves to play safe. He wants you to play safe too.
Slyde the Playground Hound cares a lot about you and your friends.
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You can help Slyde and you friends by learning and practicing these safety rules.