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Children Safety Rhymes |
Germs, Germs, Everywhere
by Roger W Hancock
Germs, germs, everywhere,
on your hands and in your hair.
Wash your hands every time,
after bathroom, after play time.
Even on the toys you share,
germs are hiding everywhere.
Wash your hands all the time,
especially before, dinner time!
© 01-29-2010 Roger W Hancock
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Fire Fellows
by Roger W Hancock
Fire trucks of red or yellow,
carry hose and fire fellows.
In route to fire, sirens bellow;
Firemen fight the fire’s glow.
© 12-19-2008 Roger W Hancock
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Walk, Don't Scoot
by Roger W Hancock
I
scoot my scooter on the sidewalk
scooting here, scooting there.
Walking on cement sidewalk
I do not scoot; but walk with care.
© 06-27-2008 Roger W Hancock
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Matches No!
by Roger W Hancock
Matches help to start camp fires,
when used wrong may start forest fires.
Never, ever, play with matches,
great trouble matches catch.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Crossing the Street
by Roger W Hancock
When at first to cross the street,
first look left, then right, then left,
first be sure no cars or trucks,
are traveling toward your walk.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Bicycles
by Roger W Hancock
Bicycles can be so very fun,
can be harmful too.
when you come upon a street,
stop before you cross.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Bicycling Small Bikes
by Roger W Hancock
Ride small bikes on the sidewalk,
with a helmet on your head.
Always stop for those who walk,
be courteous when you ride.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Riding on the Road
by Roger W Hancock
When your bike is
large enough,
and you’re much older too,
ride your bike upon the street,
keeping right, with traffic flow.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Bicycle Helmet
by Roger W Hancock
Wear your helmet snug and tight,
so bumps on head you don’t invite.
Wear a helmet on your head,
to ride your bike in safe delight.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Fighting
by Roger W Hancock
Never fight to prove
your right,
your might does not make right.
Fighting does not prove a thing,
even when the bully swings.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Bully
by Roger W Hancock
No one really likes a bully,
pushing his way around,
Everyone likes so very fully,
people who, for others care,
and on the playground, share.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Upon the Bus
by Roger W Hancock
When in route upon the bus,
do not yell and scream.
Do not fight and make a fuss,
or distract the driver’s theme.
Driver’s scheme to drive the bus,
deliver safely, you and me.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Walk Way
by Roger W Hancock
When a stroll upon the walk
face the traffic flow.
Easily see the cars ahead,
as they come your way.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Traffic
DARE
by Roger W Hancock
Traffic Cop of DARE,
for safety at home and school.
Listen to the cop who cares,
teach you the traffic rules.
© July 27, 2014 Roger W Hancock
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School Guards
by Roger W Hancock
Watch the school guards’,
stop signs on their flags.
It’s for safety, all regards,
that you, the cars not snag.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Your
Rival
by Roger W Hancock
Always be kind,
always be friendly,
even when your foe not so.
Honey of your kindness,
sweetens the bitter soul.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Vandalism
by Roger W Hancock
Be courteous to everyone,
their things when their not there,
Do not damage anything,
remember your own despair.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Respect
by Roger W Hancock
Respecting others,
respect their things;
will grow in others,
their respect for you.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Online
by Roger W Hancock
When online on the internet,
Watching for the evil net,
I’ll not send my information,
to people I do not know.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Strangers by Roger W Hancock
Strangers are people we do not know,
We do not know if bad or good,
So we do not talk to strangers,
to avoid the unknown dangers.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Yellow, Red, Green by Roger W Hancock
Yellow, cautions do not cross.
Red, commands wait your turn.
Green, says okay to cross,
to arrive upon the yellow.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Red Light Stop Light
by Roger W Hancock
Yellow caution light ahead,
do not start to cross the street;
soon to follow; light turns red.
Red stop light be seen,
do not walk or run or jump;
stand and wait until the green.
Green go light, okay the feet,
look left, right, left, then tread,
safely cross the street.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Candy
From Strangers
by Roger W Hancock
When a stranger offers
candy,
do not take, but tell your Daddy!
Dandy is candy, but not from strangers.
Candy from strangers spells great danger.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Ball Rolls into the Street
by Roger W Hancock
When your ball rolls away
from you,
do not chase into the street.
Stop! Look left, right, then left again,
when no cars, go get the ball.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Buckle Up
by Roger W Hancock
When you climb into the car,
buckle up your seatbelt.
Remember the belt to buckle up,
to keep you safe, within the car.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Traffic Signs
by Roger W Hancock
Traffic Signs all shapes and colors,
are placed to keep us safe.
to guide the traffic safely past,
hazards on the road.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Slow Sign
by Roger W Hancock
Slow Sign’s yellow warns,
slow down and watch for danger.
Be prepared to make a stop,
to avoid the dangers present.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Stop Sign
by Roger W Hancock
“Stop !” says the Stop Sign;
make a stop, then look for danger,
when safe, you may walk across.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Yield
Sign
by Roger W
Hancock
Yeild signs come in yellow,
that says, prepare to stop.
Yield means to let the other,
pass before you go.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Outside Alone?
by Roger W
Hancock
Do not play outside alone,
always have a buddy.
Always stay within sight,
while playing with your buddy.
© May 13, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Water’s Edge
by Roger W
Hancock
When you see the waters edge,
do not play without adults.
Danger stalks when your alone,
near the water’s edge.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Farm’s Fun May Harm
by Roger W
Hancock
Fun is found upon the farm,
but danger lurks in every barn.
Machines to process farm products,
have augers and blades to cut.
Even chicken beaks may pluck,
horses, cows, and bulls may buck.
Stay clear of tractors, plows and trucks,
stay out of barns when doors are shut.
Stay in play area of the farm,
until a farmer guides through barns.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Pets Are Animals
by Roger W
Hancock
Pets may be man’s best friend,
cute and cuddly playmates.
Do not pull pet’s tails or ears,
pet may turn and bite your nose.
Pets are animals that once were wild,
animals know only, to protect itself.
Be gentle and caring to your pet,
do not disturb when pet at rest.
Never, ever go to another,
pet you do not know.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Toy & Tool Rule
by Roger W
Hancock
Tools are not toys and toys are not
tools,
Remember same rules for tools and toys.
In your hands with tools or toys, do not run,
you may slip and fall on some.
Do not leave about your tools or toys,
around about, to trip other girls and boys.
Tools we do not play, as we do with toys,
both can harm when do not follow rules.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Stranger Danger
by Roger W
Hancock
Strangers may be danger,
even though they seem nice,
Stay away from strangers,
when you do not know them.
When a stranger says, “Do not yell.”
yell real loud and run to tell.
When a stranger asks you to come,
yell ! Run ! Go tell mommy and daddy!
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Halloween
When on the night of Halloween,
“trick or treat” in twos or threes.
wear bright clothing that will not burn,
carry a flashlight and wear a watch.
Stay together, walk, do not run,
cross the street at the corner walk.
Receive the candy at the door,
do not go inside, for more.
Be polite and thank the giver,
never play a vandal’s trick.
Do not eat any candy,
before your parents check for safety.
Finish the night of Trick or Treat
eating the gifts of candy sweets.
© 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Life-Vest
by Roger W
Hancock
Never go onto a boat,
without a safety life-vest.
Should you, happen overboard,
a life-vest will keep you afloat.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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This Is My Body
by Roger W
Hancock
When a person touches me,
In a way that does not feel right to me,
I will say “No! This is my body!”
Then I’ll go and tell somebody.
I’ll tell and tell, ‘til somebody believes me.
‘Cause I know, “This is my, body!”
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Lightning Storms
by Roger W
Hancock
When a lightning storm should strike,
stay away from trees and poles.
Should you feel your hair on end,
crouch down forward, hands on knees.
Stay away from metal objects,
that you not next, the lightning strike.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Earthquake
by Roger W
Hancock
When an earthquake
shakes your world,
duck down under a desk or table.
stay clear of windows and brick walls,
furniture that could break and fall.
if outside you must get away,
from buildings and power lines above.
As the shaking slows to still, beware,
damage makes
a frail world.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Real Guns
by Roger W
Hancock
Should you find a real gun,
tell an adult about the find.
Toy guns may be fun,
a real gun your death may sign.
Do not play with real guns,
let temptation stay confined.
© May 14, 2008 Roger W Hancock
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Barbeque
by Roger W Hancock
Barbeque for cooking fun,
Dad will cook the food.
Do not touch the Barbeque…
ouch! Too
hot for you!
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06-21-2008 Roger W Hancock
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Firework Dangers
by Roger W Hancock
Fireworks are fun to watch,
lightens high, dark sky.
Fireworks upon the ground,
danger to hands and eyes.
©
06-21-2008 Roger W Hancock
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Campfire
by Roger W Hancock
Campfire story, evening mood,
around the
log-stoked flame.
Children must stay, clear away,
fire will cause much pain.
©
06-21-2008 Roger W Hancock
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Sparklers
by Roger W Hancock
Sparklers spark a sparkling sight,
colored sparks within the night.
Sparklers burn so hot and bright,
may burn your fingers white.
© 06-21-2008 Roger W Hancock
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