Why did the American Red Cross create Longfellow’s WHALE Tales, and what is the history behind its development?
When older people try to teach children about saftey, they try to find a way to do so; this can be by creating Tales. “The materials in the Longfellow’s WHALE Tales K–6 Educational Packet are designed to give children an awareness of being safe around the water and to help promote healthful aquatic recreation” (How to Conduct Longfellow’s WHALE Tales, 2014). The reason the American red cross created Longfellow’s WHALE Tales is children’s safety as it is their top priority.
What is included in the WHALE Tales Educational Packet?
What is included in the WHALE tales Educational Packet is Lesson Plans, Fact Sheets, Activity Sheets, and Posters.
Heaving Jug, Ring Buoy, Heaving Line, Throw-Rope Bag, Reaching Pole, Safety Post, Rescue Tube, Shepherd’s Crook, and Warning Flags.
What topics are included on the WHALE Tales DVD?
The WHALE tales DVD include
Swim as a Pair Near a Lifeguard’s Chair
Be Cool, Follow the Rules
Look Before You Leap
Reach or Throw, Don’t Go
Don’t Just Pack It, Wear Your Jacket
Think So You Don’t Sink
Too Much Sun Is No Fun
In Your House and in Your Yard, Watch for Water, Be on Guard
Wave, Tide or Ride, Follow the Guide
Explain what the Leader Responsibilities are and why these are important. Do not simply list the responsibilities.
