HOW TO TALK TO YOUR CHILD
tips for discussing child safety |
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| Who?
You.
A parent is the best person
to teach a child about
personal safety.
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What?
Effective personal safety skills.
- Smart Thinking
- Strong Character
- Sticking Together
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When?
Now.
Age and
maturity matter.
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There is
no perfect age when parents should begin teaching children about personal
safety.
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A childs
ability to comprehend and practice safety skills is affected by age,
educational, and developmental levels.
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| How?
LISTEN
to your
children.
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Know your
childrens daily activities and habits.
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Listen to
what they like and what they dont like.
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Encourage
open communication. Let your children know they can talk to you about any
situation.
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Reassure
your children that their safety is your
#1
concern.
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TEACH
your children.
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Set
boundaries about places they may go, people they may see, and
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things
they may do.
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Reinforce
the importance of the buddy system.
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Its OK to
say NO tell your children to trust their instincts.
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Get
INVOLVED.
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Know where
your children are at
all
times.
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Your
children should check in with you if there is a change in plans.
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There is
no substitute for your attention and supervision
PRACTICE
safety skills
with your child.
Rehearse
safety skills so that they become second nature.
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