Find a quiet time when you can set down and discuss family and individual safety rules with your child. You don’t want to scare your child but you do want to instill in them the importance and seriousness of these issues. That there are some people in the world who not below luring small child away from their families and comfort zones such as school or church. Age appropriate language should always be used.
All children are of value and importance. There is normal and abnormal behavior. That they always should be treated with respect and dignity. All these points need to made apparent as you proceed.
Teach their names, address and telephone numbers at a early age. How to call 911 if needed and how to use the security system if there is one.
If children are alone in the house a while before you get home it is good to over house rules and what is expected of them. Be sure all doors, balconies and windows are locked. Not answering the home phone or door and staying inside. When you will call to check in with them. And what you would have them do if someone knocks.
If children do not take the bus and are allowed to walk home make sure they know the route. Have them use several different route and never walk behind buildings or in alleys. Even take them out and show the younger ones the route and what areas are not safe to be walking.
Teach your children about instincts. They need to be open to these feelings. If a person or situation makes them feel uneasy move away or just leave. Don’t let them feel silly about these feelings.
If someone pulls up in a car asking for directions never have them approach the car. Stand back on the side walk and answer there question or just ignore them and walk on.
Teach your children to make a scene. If a stranger has become aggressive and the child feels in immediate dange have them scream, yell and cause as much of a scene as they can. “He’s not my dad!”
If they are taken by their arm teach them how to twist their arm quickly and move away. Also, kicking a potential abductor between the legs or poking them in the eyes will surprise them and give the child time to get away.
You need to be aware of the amount of time your child is spending online. Also the people they are communicating with. Make yourself aware of the child safety locks and such that are available online. Spending too much time with a new friend online may be cause for concern. Be aware of the data history option on the computer. Urge your child to let you know if any off beat email come in for them. Don’t let them put up with any abusive languae or bad treatment of any kind while online.
Repeat safety rules occasionally. Practice different scenarios. Be sure they understand why these things are important to their well being.
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Children should really be taught safety measures especially if they are alone at home or walking alone. Parents should be patient doing this because it will save them from harm.
Yes, they should. But in a appropriate way.