Benched: Dealing with Sports Injuries

Getting injured is no fun. Many children don?t know what to do if they get hurt playing sports or even what some injuries are! This series pairs scientific fact with appropriate images to teach readers vital information about sports injuries, such as broken bones, concussions, and sprained ankles. Whether they need to get stitches or are just feeling a bit faint, young athletes need to know how to get help and what their body needs to heal properly should they experience an injury. After all, getting the right treatment for injuries means they can get better quickly and get back on the field!
? Graphic organizers explore symptoms, procedures, and guidelines for dealing with and recovering from injuries
? Fact boxes offer additional information and science tips about various ailments
? Topics cover a wide variety of sports, as well as everyday injuries many children deal with at an early age