Safe and Sound Preschool Magazine

Wāhi Tamariki- Every issue comes with a pull-out Kids Zone section featuring Kiri the Safety Kiwi. Kiri leads kids on adventures and helps them learn how to stay safe in all kinds of situations with fun interactive activities like colouring in, drawing and matching games.

Haumarutanga Ipurangi- Nowadays kids can access anything with the touch of a finger on your tablet or phone. We’ve put together tips you can follow to make sure what your tamariki see online is age-appropriate and suitable for young children.

Haumarutanga Ahi- Fire and Emergency NZ has provided a whole range of great guidelines to help keep you and your whanau safe in the case of a fire or other emergency. Guides for creating emergency plans, how to check your smoke alarms, knowing when to call 111 and more are all available in Safe and Sound.

Ngā Kutarere, Paihikara, Papawīra a Haumarutanga Rori- We feature information from ACC and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to make sure you and your tamariki know how to stay safe out on the roads. We have guides for childproofing your driveway, safely crossing the road, and properly fitting car seats. Playing on scooters, bikes and skateboards is good fun and a great source of exercise, but it’s best to stay safe whilst doing so. Safe and Sound has tips for correctly wearing a helmet, how to navigate on the footpath, and everything else you and your kids need to know to play safely.

Haumarutanga Kātao- Swimming is an essential part of any Kiwi childhood, but it’s important to follow precautions to help keep your tamariki safe. We have official guides on understanding the risks of rivers, lakes, beaches and swimming pools so you can enjoy playing in the water safely, as well as everything you need to know about boats and ferries.

Haumarutanga ki roto te kāinga- One of the best things you can do to help keep your family safe is make sure your home is set up safely for your young ones. Safe and Sound gets pointers from child safety experts on how to minimise risk of injury around your home with proper preparation and precautions.

Haumarutanga Pōtiki- Growing up alongside animals can enrich your child’s development and teach them useful skills about nature, friendship and empathy. But making sure your kids understand animal boundaries and maintain good hygiene means you can have proper fun with your furry friends.

Kanohi me Rongonga- Monitoring your child’s hearing and vision as they get older helps nurture their senses so they can experience the world to the fullest. We include tests and activities which stimulate your child’s senses and improve their perception.

Kai Tōtika- Young bodies need healthy food so they can handle growing up in the big wide world. Safe & Sound has consulted with Aotearoa’s best child nutritionists to bring you recipes and guides which make healthy eating easy.