5 things parents should teach their children when it comes to strangers
Teach children to always let a trusted grownup know where they are going
Parents are always concerned about their children’s safety, especially when it comes to strangers.
Here are 5 tips on safety parents should know:
1. Teach children what kind of touching is appropriate and inappropriate. Tell them nothing should be kept a secret.
2. Tell kids that manners should not count if they are in danger.
3. Help kids understand who a safe grownup is. Let them know who the trusted adults in their lives are.
Remember, however, that many adults in “trusted” positions hurt children.
People who hurt kids often scare them by saying they will hurt their parents or other loved ones if they tell. Don’t believe them. Kids can and should always tell a safe grownup if someone does something that hurts them or makes them feel uncomfortable.
4. Do not have children display items that strangers can easily get their name from.
5. Teach children to always let a trusted grownup know where they are going. Kids should play and travel in groups. Being alone makes them more susceptible to being hurt.
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