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Insurance Commissioner & Department of Insurance

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Insurance and Safety Information For Kids

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Lenny is Matt Denn's dog. Lenny is a kind of dog called a pug. Matt Denn is the Insurance Commissioner for Delaware. He helps people with their insurance.

Lenny helps kids in Delaware learn about insurance and how to be safe. Lenny likes going with Matt to parades, festivals and other events where there are lots of new people to meet. Be sure to say hi to Lenny if you see him in your town.

Lenny's Insurance Activity Book

Lenny's Insurance Activity Book

Lenny - with Matt's help - has put together a coloring and activity book to help kids learn what insurance is and what it can be used for. You can click here to open it and then print out the pages to color and do the other activities.

If a parent or teacher would like copies of Lenny's Insurance Activity Book to give out or use in the classroom, just call (302) 674-7310.

 

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Lenny's Safety Tips For Halloween

Creating Your Costume:

  • Only wear a costume made with fire-retardant material.
  • Your costume should be loose so warm clothes can be worn underneath.
  • Your costume should not be so long it is a tripping hazard. (Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries on Halloween.)
  • If you are out after dark, your costume should be made with light colored materials. Strips of retroreflective tape should be used to make you visible.
  • If you are wearing a mask, it should have nose and mouth openings and large eye holes so you can see clearly. If the mask obstructs your breathing or vision in any way consider using facial make-up instead.
  • Knives, swords and other accessories should be made from cardboard or flexible materials. Sharp objects are not safe to carry at night.
  • Trick-or-Treat bags should be light colored or trimmed with retro-reflective tape so you can be seen in the dark.
  • Carry a flashlight to help you see better and be seen more clearly by others.
  • Before purchasing your special Halloween makeup, make certain the package contains ingredients that are labeled "Made with U.S. Approved Color Additives," "Laboratory Tested," "Meets Federal Standards for Cosmetics," or "Non-Toxic." Follow instructions on package.

Trick-or-Treating:

  • Have an adult or an older, responsible youth supervising your outing.
  • Plan and discuss the route you and your trick-or-treater friends will follow. Know the names of all your companions and share them with a parent.
  • Only travel in familiar areas and along an established route.
  • Only stop at houses or apartment buildings that are well-lit and never enter a stranger’s home.
  • Establish a return time.
  • Do not eat any treat until you return home.
  • Review all appropriate trick-or-treat safety precautions, including pedestrian/traffic safety rules. Have an adult pin a slip of paper with your name, address and phone number inside a pocket in case you get separated from the group.
  • Do not enter homes or apartments without adult supervision.
  • Walk, do not run, from house to house. Do not cross yards and lawns where unseen objects or the uneven terrain can present tripping hazards.
  • Walk on sidewalks, not in the street. Walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic if there are no sidewalks.

Check Your Treats:

  • Eat an early meal before heading out.
  • DO NOT eat any treats until you return home and inspect all goodies with an adult.
  • Have an adult wash fruit and slice into small pieces.
  • When in doubt, throw it out!

Safety tips courtesy of the Chesapeake Region Safety Council

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Lenny's Safety Tips For Back-To-School

    • Wait for the school bus in the grass or on the sidewalk, not on the side of the road.
    • Stay in your seat on the school bus. Don’t distract the driver.
    • If you cross the street in front of a school bus, make sure you are far enough in front of the bus that you can see the bus driver before you cross. If you can see the driver, that means they can see you!
    • If you walk or ride your bike to school, remember to cross at corners or in crosswalks, only cross when the light is green, and go with a friend if possible.
    • If someone drives you to school, make sure to wear a seatbelt.
    • Know your parents' names, your home address and your phone number. If you have trouble remembering, write them down and keep it in your back pack or notebook.

 

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Lenny's Safety Tips For Summer

    • Wear sunscreen when going outside and reapply after swimming
    • Don't go in a pool unless there's an adult around
    • Use a floatie in the pool if you can't swim well
    • Wear a helmet when riding a bike, skateboarding or rollerblading
    • Stay away from the lawnmower

 

Last Updated: Thursday, 21-Dec-2006 15:14:40 EST
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