On a hot and sunny summer day, the last thing a child wants to think about is sitting in the shade. Kids produce more heat than adults during activities and sweat less, which is why they are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, especially on hot, humid days.

Bug spray with DEET certainly has a use for kids who are camping in a marshy, swampy area with a lot of insects or are otherwise exposed to many biting insects. But heavy-duty bug spray isn’t necessary for everyday use, such as at backyard picnics or barbeques.