Sun Safety - Age 7-11

Sun safety is one of the topics looked at in the Health section of PSHE. This quiz, written for children in KS2, will teach them all about the sun, the dangers it can present and how to protect themselves from it, to keep safe and still enjoy it.

One thing that lots of people enjoy is being outside in the sun. It is important to understand that the sun can be damaging to our bodies if we don’t take precautions and protect ourselves from its powerful rays. The sun can be very strong even on days when it doesn’t feel very hot or there is a strong breeze in the air. We should take precautions at all times.

To keep safe in the sunshine when we are outside we use protective clothing and follow health and safety rules. As well as having harmful effects on our skin, the sun can also benefit our bodies and can have a positive impact on our mood. Take this quiz to see how much you know about sun safety.