To learn and grow properly, children need a safe environment. It’s an unfortunate fact that thousands of young children are hurt or killed every year. The Center for Disease Control lists accidental falls and motor vehicle accidents as the highest ranking causes of injury and death. While no parent can make the world completely safe, there are ways to tip the odds in the child’s favor. It is vital that parents educate themselves on safety issues, including the proper use of car seats, household and environmental safety.