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For many, the Juneteenth and Fourth of July holidays are a highlight of summer – and fireworks are often part of the festivities. Because of how common they are, many parents may think at-home fireworks are harmless for their children, but that is, unfortunately, not true. More than 10,000 people are treated in emergency departments in the U.S. each year due to fireworks injuries. Of these, nearly a third are children under age 15.Moreabout a guide to fireworks safety

Water play is a great way to cool off and stay active in hot weather. But even playing in small amounts of water at splash parks or with water play tables can pose some risks. Moreabout splash day and water play safety for kids

Over the summer, without classmates or schoolwork, many children find themselves a little bored.Moreabout 10 tips for handling summer boredom

Summertime brings warm weather and lots of sunshine. But parents of infants, in particular, should keep a few essential heat and sun safety tips in mind while enjoying the season.Moreabout keeping your baby safe and cool in summer

As the weather gets warmer, it's not only kids who come out to play – all the creepy-crawlies do, too. With all sorts of bugs flying and crawling around playgrounds and your backyard, your child might be more at risk of a bug bite or sting during the warmer months.Moreabout treating bug bites and stings in children

With warm weather and summertime, many families will head to the lake to beat the heat and cool off. To keep you and your family safe, the experts from the Children’s Health℠ Injury Prevention program offer these boating and lake safety rules for kids.Moreabout boat and lake safety for kids: 6 must-know rules