Who’s Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf?

Teaching kids to stay safe without fear! From identifying strangers to online safety, learn practical tips to empower your child with confidence and awareness in today’s world. . . .

Practical Tips

​Empowering children with safety awareness is crucial in today’s world. By teaching them to identify trustworthy individuals, recognize potential dangers, and navigate online interactions responsibly, we equip them with the tools to protect themselves without instilling unnecessary fear.

Protecting Our Children

Unfortunately, there is no way to be with our children every minute of the day/. . Since we can’t protect them every minute, the next best thing we can do is to prepare them. Help them be more aware of the increasing dangers that abound. In addition, we must do this in a way that does not make them anxious or afraid. What a task.

Strangers

Can your child determine the following?

Who is a stranger?
Who are safe people for me to turn to?
Who am I really talking to when I am online?
What information is safe to post online?
What if I get myself in a bad situation?
Who can I call?

American Red Cross
Safety Tips

Some safety tips for your child from the American Red Cross.

Lock the doors and if your house has a security system, learn how to turn it on.
Do not open the door to strangers. Always check before opening the door to anyone, looking out through a peephole or window first. Make sure it is a safe person that your parents would want you to let inside.
Never open the door to delivery people. Without opening the door, ask them to leave the package outside the door.
On the phone, don’t tell anyone that your parents are not at home. Just tell them that your parent is not available to come to the phone. Offer to take a message. Keep paper and pencil by the phone.
Do not talk about being home alone on social media web sites. Do not share information in chat rooms. You may not be talking to the person that you think you are.
Do not leave home without permission. If your parents let you go outside or to a friend’s house, call a parent before leaving and after you arrive at where you are going.
If you hear a concerning noise outside, call your parent or a trusted adult. Don’t go outside to see what it is.
If you have an emergency, such as a fire, go to a neighbor’s house, and then call 911.
Don’t invite friends over unless parents give you permission to do so.
If you are allowed to have friends over, make sure you don’t allow them to pressure you into doing something that is against home rules.

This can be a bit overwhelming to children. But if the information can be presented in a straightforward manner, it can lessen their anxiety.

3 Takeaways

Define Safe Strangers: Educate children on distinguishing between safe strangers, like police officers or teachers, and unknown individuals who may pose risks
Establish Clear Safety Rules: Set straightforward guidelines for interactions, such as not sharing personal information online and always informing a trusted adult of their whereabouts.
Promote Open Communication: Encourage children to trust their instincts and discuss any uncomfortable situations with parents or guardians promptly.

Pause To Ponder!

By proactively teaching children about personal safety, both offline and online, we empower them to make informed decisions and navigate their environments securely. Open dialogues and clear guidelines are essential in fostering a sense of security and confidence.

How do you currently discuss safety topics with your child, and what strategies have you found most effective in ensuring they understand and apply these principles?

Let us know if we can help you in your journey.

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