True or False: It is O.K. to hide a spare key outside your house as long as only you and your Children know where it is.

False. It will not take long before other Children and eventually adults, will know it’s location. If you need to leave an emergency key, leave it with a trusted neighbor.

What should you do if your Child tells you about someone touching their private parts.

Under-react. Do not confuse the Child. Let/him/her talk. Always believe, never blame.

Name at least three vital things you should tell a Baby Sitter.

1. The phone number where you can be reached.

2. Keep all the doors locked; don’t let anyone in.

3. The location of a parental Consent form and medial information in case of emergency.

True or False: Adults should not ask Children for directions or help.

True. Adults should ask adults. We are trying to teach Children not to respond to strangers. It would be counterproductive for you to teach your Child not to respond to strangers and then ask other Children to respond to you.

How do you stop minor bleeding? Example: Flesh wound.

Put pressure on the wound with a clean cloth. Do not put wound under water.

What should you do for broken bones?

You should keep broken bones from moving. Use a temporary splint. Call the doctor. Seek medical help.

Do you have a list of your Child’s friends phone numbers?

If you don’t, no tokens for you. A sheet for that purpose has been included in the game. Please use it.

Where should you keep medicines and prescription drugs?

In a locked medicine cabinet out of the reach of Children. Be sure that all medicine bottles have a Child Proof cap.

When cooking, which direction should the pot handles face?

 All pot handles should face the back of the stove so they cannot be grabbed by youngsters

What should you have in every electrical outlet?

A plug or a safety cap. Children die every year from putting things in electrical sockets. Safety caps can be purchased at your local Home Center Store for about $1.00 per dozen.

Is it acceptable to monogram Children’s clothes with their names?

No. A Child’s name on their clothing is an invitation to a child abductor. They use the name to start a conversation. Example: “I wouldn’t have known your name if your Mommy hadn’t sent me to pick you up”.

What do you do if you get an obscene phone call?

Do not have conversation. Just hand up. People who make obscene phone call do it for response. If you do not respond, they will stop calling.