This document discusses physical child abuse, including its definition, signs, statistics, and resources available. Physical child abuse is defined as physical injury inflicted on a child by other than accidental means. Signs of physical abuse include bruises, burns, fractures, and cuts. Nearly 700,000 children are abused in the US annually, with over 1,600 dying from abuse or neglect. Symptoms exhibited by abused children include injuries that don't match stories, untreated medical issues, nightmares, anxiety, and reluctance to go home. The document provides local and national resources for reporting abuse and getting help. Teachers can help abused students by maintaining their normal status, respecting privacy, and developing a sense of belonging.