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CHILDREN's safety and health will soon come under focus in kindergarten and primary schools as part of an ambitious educational programme.

The Hong Kong Council of Early Childhood Education and Services (CECES) is producing two educational videotapes to boost children's awareness on the importance of both home safety and a healthy lifestyle.

Suggestions on preventive measures will be discussed in ''Safety First''. Safety of ''home alone'' children will also be an important subject of discussion.

Besides tips on a high-fibre and low cholesterol diet, Healthy Eating and Healthy Living will advise children on why it is important to do some physical exercise and develop a positive outlook and lifestyle.

Production and editing of the 10-minute videos will be finished by next month and they will be delivered to kindergarten and primary schools in April.

Council spokesman Jeff Leung Chi-keung said the videos marked the beginning of a three-year programme - thanks to a $30,000 sponsorship from the Royal Hong Kong Jockey Club.

He suggested schools play the videos during lessons or after school as part of extra-curricular activities.

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