Critical Information You Must Teach Your Child

4 Years-Old And Under

• Their first and last name. The first thing an employee will ask your child when they are lost.
• Your full name. If they only know you as “Mommy” or “Daddy,” you can not be paged by name.
• Do not go anywhere with, accept anything from or get into a car with anyone. Never without your permission, PERIOD!

5-7 Years Old

• Your cell phone number. You can be reunited more quickly if you get separated.
• A “safe list.” Instead of saying “Do not talk to strangers,” list 3 to 5 people who are always OK for your child to talk to.

8 Years Old and Up

• An easy to find meeting place. The more specific the location, the better if you do get separated.
• A buddy or a sibling to come along to places like a restroom that your child is starting to visit independently. There is more safety in numbers.
• To beware of grown ups asking for help and to never approach a car. Tell your child to yell loudly if anyone tries to make them go somewhere.

Check out this children’s book, Learning to Slow Down and Pay Attention.

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