F.B.I. Child safety Tips

Here are some good rules to follow in order to protect your child.

1.  Share a secret code word.

You and your parents should agree on a word that is easy for you to remember.

This way, if anyone tells you that you need to come with them because your parents

were hurt or in the hospital, you can ask them for the secret code word.  If your parents

sent them, they will know the code word that you and your parents share.

If they do not know the code word, you should run away from them as fast as possible. 

2. Stay Away from strangers.

            Who is a stranger?  If you’ve seen someone hanging around your playground

            at school or in your neighborhood, this does not mean that you know this person.

            Even if he/she has a familiar face, they are still a stranger!

3. Adults should NOT ask you to do things that other grownups can do for them.

            This means that you should not go, or get in a car, with an adult who, for example,

asks your for directions.  Grownups should not ask you to help them find a lost puppy

or kitten, either.  If someone does ask for your help, say, “Waite here and I’ll

check with my Mom.”  Then go get your mom.

4. If you lose your parents in a public place like a park or a store do not go looking for them.   

            Immediately ask someone who works there to help you find your Parents. 

Tell the worker that you have been separated and you need help finding them.

5.  Always ask your Parents or a grownup in charge before:

            ! Going anywhere with anybody;

            ! Leaving the yard, play area, or going in someone’s home.

            ! Getting a ride home from someone other than your bus driver or your usual ride

            ! Getting in a car or going somewhere with somebody even if it’s someone you know!

6.  Once you have permission from your parents:

            ! Tell them where you are going.

            ! Tell them how you will get there.

            ! Tell them who will be going with you.

            ! And get back on time or call to let them know when you will be back.

7.  If someone follows you on foot or in a car, STAY AWAY!

            ! You do NOT need to go near the car to talk to the people inside.