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Help Your Child to Safety

The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company published dozens of public health booklets, offering advice on subjects ranging from healthy eating to the importance of vaccinating children against common diseases and safe teen driving.

New York, New York: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, 1950s. A brief informational booklet for parents, educating them about how to ensure their children's safety and prevent accidents in the home. Begins by discussing how children learn-- by imitating their parents, and by exploring-- and how safety begins by setting a good example. Lists different potential dangers in the home, ranging from hot stoves and electric irons to windows without guards and nails lying around in the garage. Mentions pedestrian safety, the importance of having a bell on a bike, and being safe in play. Ends with a checklist for parents (e.g. "Do you give your child sufficient opportunity to develop sound muscular control?"). Advertises Met life Insurance. Single vol. (7.75" by 5.5"), pp. 12, illus., in original self wrps with image of smiling family on front. Very good.

Price: $150.00

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