27 Helping children who are nervous on fireworks night Ça±Ê O|X´ Á¦ÁaV ´a an±aȱ ´ ±a ¼|8 ¼|a±´ 8X ´a X®¼ È8¼ ¼ È8¼O| ¼|a 8¼ 8 È|O| ´ na¡ m ÊÁ± child is nervous around loud noises or is autistic, these are our suggested tips È|O| 8Ê |a¡ É8 È|8¼®´ tt ¼ |8a¡ Social or visual stories can be a great help. Let them know when they’re going, where they’re going and the different steps once you’re there. If you can include images, it Ü i«°9ÕV>w`Û`ià vwÀiÜÀ displays on YouTube if they have never watched a display before. ¼ ´Á±a È|a±a ¼ ´¼8±¼§ }i ¼wÀiÜÀà ÃV> ÃÌÀiý vÀ Ãi ideas or Monkey World have an excellent example of a social story on their website. Ì½Ã Ì wÀiÜÀà Ài>Ìi` LÕÌ Ì Ã > }Ài>Ì example! Go to www.monkeyworld.org, click on ‘Visit Us’ followed by ‘Disabled Facilities’ and then ‘Accessibility Guide’ to w` Ì° 8Ça a¼Ê m X´¼±8O¼´¡ Hungry children can become distressed children very quickly. Having snacks and drinks on hand can help, maybe even a hot chocolate on a cold night can keep children from worrying and keep their tummies happy too. -´a a8± XamaXa±´ ± a8± Át´¡ Ear defenders obviously help with the Ãi] >à w`Ì >ÌÌ iÞ i«Ì iÀ people realise your child may have extra needs and give them a bit of space! If your child isn’t a fan of ear defenders (especially >ÃÌ iÞ }iÌ ÌÜ>À`Ã Ì i ÌiiÞi>Àî Üiw` Loop ear plugs discreet and effective. Contact the venue If your child has a disability or condition, Ì i ÛiÕi >Þ >Ûi > ëiVwV ÛiÜ}>Ài> which might give them some extra space and help deal with the crowds. mÊ ´|a´k Footwear isn’t just essential for keeping ÌÌiviiÌ Ü>À] Þ`>Õ} ÌiÀ w`ÃÌ i ÛLÀ>ÌÃvÀÌ i wÀiÜÀà >à vv «ÕÌÌ} as the sound. Having shoes with squishy soles doesn’t elimate the issue but it can ´Xa± ´a¼|t È aÊ 8¼ |a vÌ iÃi v wÀiÜÀÃÃ>L} no, maybe toasting marshmallows ÛiÀ > wÀi L>ÃiÌ ÜÕ` Li LiÌÌiÀ] or a few sparklers, or one of our favourites is a Mystical Flame Ã>V iÌÌ >Ì >iÃ Ì iy>ià LÕÀ different colours. (link to Mystical Flames on the QR code). THE FIREWORK CODE ALWAYS FOLLOW THE FIREWORK CODE :Do not buy fireworks from UNLICENCED retailers. These fireworks may be unsafe and illegal. :Only buy fireworks that comply with current safety standards.* :Always keep fireworks in a closed box. Take them out one at a time and close the box. :Never put fireworks in your pocket. :Be considerate. Let your neighbours know you will be having a display, especially if they are elderly or they have pets or children. :Avoid setting fireworks off late at night, particularly if it is a school-night. :Ensure your pets are safe. :Carefully follow the instructions on EACH firework. :Never go back to a lit firework unless the instructions advise otherwise. :Never throw fireworks; it is dangerous. :Light fireworks one at a time, at the end of the fuse, and at arm’s length. :Light sparklers one at a time and wear suitable gloves, even when lighting them. :Never give sparklers to a child under the age of 5. :Never throw spent fireworks on a bonfire. STAY SAFE, BE CONSIDERATE, AND DON’T BECOME A NUISANCE. * All fireworks supplied by BFA members are tested to conform to the current safety standards. If you require more information, contact the seller or any member of the BFA. www.britishfireworksassociation.co.uk 9 Raring2go! AUTUMN ADVENTURES
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