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10 Safety Tips Every Child Should Know

October 09, 2012 (Updated: 2:57 PM)
  1. Do not get into or go near a car to talk to people you don't know.
  2. Adults who need help should not be asking a child for help, they should ask other adults.
  3. Quickly get away from anyone who tries to take you somewhere. Yell or scream.
  4. Always ask permission to leave the yard, or to go to someone else.s home.
  5. Never hitchhike or accept a ride from anyone you don't know.
  6. Adults should not ask you to keep a special secret. Tell them "no" and tell a parent or teacher.
  7. No one should touch you on parts of the body covered by a bathing suit.
  8. Say "no" to anyone who tries to take you somewhere against your will, or makes you feel uncomfortable in any way.
  9. Don't let anyone you don't know take a picture of you.
  10. Practice a special yell for if you ever need help.