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What is Poison?
Who Gets Poisoned?
Poison Related Facts
Children's Programs
Adult Programs: Parents, Adults & Seniors
Train the Trainer
Request a Program
Handouts/Coloring Sheets
Medicines in My Home
Request Materials
Shopping Cart
About Poisoning
Educational Programs
Educational Materials
Interactive Learning Tools
Internships
Children's Programs
Program Objective:
The Education Department at NJPIES offers several
FREE
age- specific programs for children. These programs are designed to instruct students on methods of poison safety and increase awareness regarding poisons. Each program is about 30-45 minutes in length and is facilitated by an NJPIES' Educator. Programs include interactive components such as games and videos and encourage discussions in a Q & A atmosphere. Free educational materials will be provided to all participants
Children's programs and educational materials are offered in Spanish.
Daycare/ Preschool Programs:
Spike’s Poison Prevention Adventure
: Daycare and preschool staff are encouraged to facilitate this exciting and enjoyable poison prevention presentation in their classrooms! Spike’s Poison Prevention Adventure Video can be downloaded along with a lesson plan and other program materials.
Spike Lesson Plan
Teacher Guide
Take Home Booklet
Spike Poison Patrol Certificate
Spike Paper Puppet Color
Spike Paper Puppet Black & White
Download Spike’s Poison Prevention Adventure Video:
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1st & 2nd Grades—Poison Patrol:
This program covers what is a poison, how to identify poisons, typical types of poisons, the “Ask First Rule” and general safety tips. It also features a video and activity. Free educational materials will be provided to all participants (Spanish materials are available).
3rd - 5th Grades:
This program covers what is a poison, how to identify poisons, common household poisons, outdoor safety and general safety tips. It also features an interactive activity. Free educational materials will be provided to all participants (Spanish materials are available).
6th - 8th Grades:
This program covers what is a poison, how to identify poisons, common household poisons, outdoor safety, safe babysitting tips, carbon monoxide poisoning and general safety tips. It also features an interactive activity. Free educational materials will be provided to all participants (Spanish materials are available).
Download your Poison Patrol Certificate
Immediate Answers
Been Exposed? Speak to a live health expert:
1.
Call 1-800-222-1222
2.
Explain your situation or symptoms
3.
Have the name of the product and container ready or the name of the suspected source of exposure
4.
Don't rely on the Internet