is struggling for breath (for example, you may notice them breathing fast, panting, becoming very wheezy, or see the muscles just under their ribcage sucking in when they breathe in)
is unconscious or seems unaware of what's going on
has a cut that will not stop bleeding or is gaping open
will not wake up
has a fit for the first time, even if they seem to recover
If you're worried about your child and are not sure if they need medical help, call 111.
If you're unsure whether you should move your child, make sure they're warm and call an ambulance.
Helping your child stay safe around roads
This poster from the Child Accident Prevention Trust contains simple advice to help children stay safe around roads, as pedestrians, cyclists, and car passengers.
The Road Safety Scotland Learning Zone has lots of fun activities, teaching road safety from the early years to teenagers.