OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaPlaying in the sunshine feels great, but the sun’s rays can burn your skin! To stay safe, you need to protect yourself from too much sun. With the right protection, you can have fun outside without getting a painful sunburn!
You should wear sunscreen, which is like a magic lotion that blocks the burn. A grownup can help you rub it all over your arms, legs, and face before you go outside. Wearing a hat and sunglasses also helps protect your eyes and head from the bright sun!
If you start to feel too hot, it is a good idea to rest in the shade and drink some water. Put on more sunscreen every two hours, especially if you are swimming or sweating. The sun is strongest between 10 in the morning and 4 in the afternoon, so extra protection is important during those hours!
- A scientist named Franz Greiter got a sunburn while climbing a mountain in 1938, which inspired him to create one of the first sunscreens!
- The sun is about 93 million miles away from Earth, but its rays are still strong enough to burn your skin.
- Even on a cloudy day, the sun’s rays can still reach you, so wearing sunscreen is always a good idea!
