Science & Life Skills

Learn about different types of burns and how to help someone who gets burned.

We learned about the three layers of skin and the first two types of burns - first degree burns that damage the top layer and second degree burns that damage two layers.

We learned about third and fourth degree burns, which are the most serious burns that go deep into the skin and can even reach muscles and bones.

We learned the three C's for helping someone with a minor burn: cool water, cover the area, and clothing removal.

We learned specific first aid steps for tar burns and chemical burns, including the importance of removing clothing quickly.

Short Burns Video