Janis Rafael

Playing It Safe With Mr. See-More Safety ™ — Let’s Rap and Rhyme — is the first book of a series dedicated to helping children learn what it means to be “careful” in all areas of life. The poetic style offers
children a way to remember important concepts through the use of repetition and rhyme. As children listen to the poems, they will begin to apply the messages as they go out on their own. The character, Mr. See-More Safety, was created to be a friend to children by encouraging them to make safer choices. Although the rap and rhyme style is for entertainment purposes so children will not lose interest, the quality of the content is the goal of this book. These rhymes are filled with vital information which parents often assume children know, but in reality, do not. By receiving valuable safety instruction at an early age, children will have a chance to develop good habits that will help them throughout their lives.

Playing It Safe With Mr. See-More Safety was written for children of all ages. Parents can enjoy the
illustrations with very young children and at the same time help them interpret the significance of what is being portrayed. As children begin to read, the rhymes will reinforce the illustrations which they are already familiar with. By observing and carefully discussing each scene with a parent or teacher, children will be helped to identify the kinds of situations that could lead to an accident. As children enter each new stage of development, they will have a better understanding of “cause and effect” and the connection between a person’s actions and the consequences that could follow. Allowing children to role play scenarios that contain hidden dangers will help them see how easy it is for just the “right” circumstances to lead to disaster. By using this book as a springboard for ongoing dialogue, children will have an opportunity to clarify important safety issues within the secure confines of their home or school.

It is our hope that Mr. See-More Safety will become a role model so children will have a strong desire to imitate him. His positive influence will help children resist negative peer pressure to act in an irresponsible or dangerous manner. Mr. See-More Safety's goal is to teach children how to identify serious risks in their environment and find ways to eliminate them wehre they have the power to do so. He approaches the topic of safety in a gentle fashion, but due to the seriousness of the subject matter the illustrations, as well as the text, must send a powerful message and cannot be watered down.

Although it is true that the earlier a child develops sound habits, the better, it is never too late. The issue of safety for all ages continues to be our first priority because our children are our most precious gifts. We hope Mr. See-More Safety becomes a welcome partner in the effort to help children think critically and perceptively, thereby preventing the conditons that so often lead to tragedy. We must make every effort to give our children the tools that will help them to be as safe as possible. So without further delay, let us begin working together to achieve this most important mission!