
Charles Shubin, M.D. states that at the ages of 4 and 5 children’s social skills and independence blossom, which makes it the appropriate time to talk to them about safety. For a child’s safety, you must establish specific rules:
- Choose your words and tone carefully (so they would not be scared or misinterpret the conversation)
- Ensure your explanation is not a threat
- Keep on talking to children about their security
Possible Instructions
Instead of: Do not talk to Strangers
Say: Ensure you that you speak with your Mom and Dad before talking to another grown up.
Instead of: If you get lost in a store, asked an adult to help you find me
Say: If we are in a store and you can not find me, do not go outside, stay in the store and ask someone with a name tag to help you.
Instead of: Do not leave my sight
Say: Do not walk away from your mom and dad, so they cannot see you
Instead of: Do not keep Secrets
Say: Do not listen to anyone who asks you to keep a secret. Always tell your Mom and Dad what secrets you have.
Instead of: Do not talk candy from anyone
Say: Do not take anything from anyone except your parents or those your Mom and Dad say it is okay to.
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