Make Your Children Kidnap Aware

Even in a small and friendly town like Delta there could be those who prey on children. Whether they are passing through town or a secret danger in the midst of the community, there is a potential for predators who could pose a serious danger to young Delta people. If your child was approached by a stranger near a bus stop and told that “your mommy asked me to come and pick you up” would he or she know how to respond?

According to Scholastic, “the dilemma is this: How can we educate children to be alert to possible dangers and at the same time encourage them to feel safe and confident in exploring their world?”

Scholastic says it’s smart to teach children age-specific strategies for avoiding danger from strangers. Role playing, rules and “what if” discussions are helpful, depending on your child’s age. Even very young children can be taught to tell their whole names, addresses, and telephone numbers to safe strangers like police officers, sales clerks, and mothers with children so that should they become separated from parents or caregivers they can be reunited easily.

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