Score Big With Family-Friendly Touch Football GET IN THE GAME
Ready to tackle some family fun? Nothing beats a good old-fashioned game of touch football when the weather outside cools. It’s the perfect way to get everyone running, laughing, and scoring a few points — without needing to be a pro quarterback. So, grab some comfortable shoes, and let’s dive into the playbook for the MVP of family games! Make Balanced Teams To get started, create two teams among your family, with at least two players on each team. While letting kids choose their teams is fine in most cases, remember that the more balanced the teams are, the more fun everyone will have. If you have an uneven number of players, you can
follow an old playground rule and have one of the older players be the quarterback for both teams, ensuring everyone gets to play while the game remains balanced. Once you form teams, create the playing field by setting up small cones or beanbags to mark boundaries and end zones. Follow the Rules Before you start playing, ensure both teams agree on the rules. There are obvious ones, like where the end zones are, how many points a touchdown is worth, and how many downs each team has — either to get a touchdown or, space permitting, a first down. You also must determine what constitutes a player as “down” — when one or two hands touch the
player with the ball, whether they need to be touched on the torso or anywhere, etc. You also have to decide if a team doesn’t score, whether the opposing team takes over from where the ball ended up, or whether each team has a set starting point for each drive. Once you prepare everything, it’s time to hit the field. You can determine which team gets the ball first with a game of rock-paper-scissors and play until one team reaches a predetermined score … or it’s time to go inside and enjoy a family meal. Remember, the best part of family touch football isn’t just the touchdowns — the laughter, teamwork, and fun make every play memorable. screens should be secure and in good repair. Watch for loose cords, handrails in poor repair, or doors allowing access to driveways or parking lots. Ensure Your Child’s Safety in Daycare If your child suffers an injury in daycare or shows signs of trauma, such as losing weight, difficulty sleeping, changes in behavior, or unexplained injuries, investigate these issues further. Any wariness on the part of staff about discussing injuries or other problems should be cause for concern. If you have concerns about an injury your child has sustained in daycare, feel free to contact us to speak with one of our experienced personal injury lawyers. Our firm has assisted many parents, grandparents, and guardians whose children have been harmed in daycare, and we will ensure your rights and your child’s rights are protected.
PEACE OF MIND A noted author once said that choosing to have a child is to decide forever to have your heart walking around outside your body. That vulnerable feeling can run especially deep when parents entrust the care of their small children to others. structures age-appropriate for your child and well-maintained, with no loose screws, bolts, nails, or sharp edges? Climbing structures should be positioned on rubber matting or loose wood
chips, mulch, or sand to cushion falls. Play equipment should be surrounded by at least 6 feet of open space in all directions, and platforms higher than 30 inches should have barriers or guardrails. Falling objects inside daycare facilities are another common cause of injuries. Make sure bookcases and shelves are attached securely to the wall and heavy objects are placed on bottom shelves. If bottle warmers or slow cookers are used to heat babies’ formula, these items should be well out of reach of children. Stairs must be protected by a sturdy gate tall enough to prevent children from trying to climb it. Windows and door
In recognition of November as Child Safety and Prevention Month, this is a good time to review steps parents can take to ensure their children’s safety in daycare. Most parents are aware of safety standards for the home, and daycare facilities should be at least as vigilant about enforcing those standards, if not more so. The adults caring for your child should have undergone background checks and be trained in first aid, CPR, and child development. Take a look at the playground equipment, a common source of injury to children. Are the play
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