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Safety Tips for Kids
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I know my full name (first, middle and last) and complete address including city, state and zip code.
I know my phone number including area code and how to dial "911" and "0" for emergencies. I know that I can use any phone to call "911" and "0" without using any money.
I know my family "Secret Code Word" and know not to go with anyone, for any reason, who does not use the "Secret Code Word."
I know not to put my name on any clothing, jewelry, hats, caps, jackets, tee shirts, bikes, etc., where people can see it.
I know not to play in isolated areas or take short-cuts through dangerous or deserted areas such as creeks or vacant lots.
I know to always walk and play in groups. I always practice the "Buddy System" and that there is safety in numbers.
I know not to go door-to-door selling something without an adult with me.
I know to always let my parents or child care person know where I am going.
I know to walk on the left facing traffic so that I can see if a car stops near me.
I know to keep all doors and windows locked when I am home alone.
If I am home alone and someone knocks on the door, I know to ask, "Who is it?" without unlocking or opening any door or window. If it is not someone I am expecting, I know to say, "My mom/dad is busy and can't come to the door right now." I know to talk through the door and ask the person to come back later. If the person refuses to leave, I know to call the police. I know to never let the person inside for any reason.
If I arrive home and see that any window or door is open or broken, I should not go in. I know to go to a trusted neighbor and call "911" or "0" for Operator.
If I am home alone and the phone rings, I know to never let a stranger know I'm home alone. I know to say, "My mother/father can't come to the phone right now."
I know that it is okay to hang up the telephone if I don't like what I hear, such as strange noises, scary talk or nothing at all.
I know that there are emergency numbers to call if I'm home alone and get scared, including how to telephone my parents and neighbors.
I know that a stranger is anyone (man or woman) who is not known by me.
I know not to go with strangers and to run away from them when approached.
I know to never accept candy, food, money or anything from a stranger.
If someone I know, a friend or a neighbor, asks me to come into his/her house or go somewhere with them, I know to ask my mom/dad first.
I know never to approach a car with strangers. If a stranger says something to me, I know not to go near the car to answer or to have them repeat the question.
I know never to help a stranger with directions, fix their car, find their lost pet or let a stranger take my picture.
I know never to hitch hike.
If a stranger is following me, instead of hiding in bushes or behind a building, I know to go to a place where there are people and ask for help.
I know to keep at least two arms lengths away from a stranger when walking.
I know never to go with a person who says they are a police officer if they are not in uniform and have a police car. I know not to go with a stranger, even if they show a badge. I know to tell my mom/dad all strange and/or unusual events.
I know never to accept a ride from a stranger.
I know, that even thought I may see and recognize certain people (like the mailman, ice cream truck driver, newspaper person, etc.), these people are considered strangers to me and I should never go with them without permission from my mom/dad.
I know the difference between a "good touch" and a "bad touch" and that certain areas of my body are very private. I know to report any "bad touches" to mom, dad, a trusted adult and the police.
I have the right not to be touched in ways that make me feel uncomfortable, the right to say "NO" and the right to get help.
I know that if an adult tells me to keep a secret, I know that it is okay to tell mom, dad or a trusted adult.
I know that I have the right to feel safe and I know who I can trust to talk to if and when I am not feeling safe.
I know to always tell my mom/dad if I am away from them and something happens that makes me feel uncomfortable.
I know to call home when I get to my friend's house, shopping, etc., and to call when I am on my way home and to always come home before dark.
I know that if I get lost in a store or shopping mall, I will go to a cashier or security person.
I know never to go alone to movie theaters, arcade game stores, public rest rooms, parks, swimming pools or school yards (after school hours).
I know that running away from home is no fun. When I am having problems, I know that I can talk to my family or a trusted adult.
I know my three rules if I find myself in a dangerous situation:
SAY NO!
RUN AWAY WHILE SCREAMING HELP!
TELL A TRUSTED ADULT!
I know that it is okay to say "NO" and to run and scream "Help, I'm being kidnapped!" if I feel that I am in a dangerous situation. I know that even "nice" people sometimes do mean things.
The wise owl says "I know my safety tips."
We hope these Child Quest International Child Safety Tips are useful to you. They have been reprinted with permission of Child Quest International.
CHILD QUEST is an international non profit organization devoted to the protection and recovery of missing, abused and exploited children. For more information, check out their webpage at Child Quest International
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