Radio Commentary
The
Joyful Child Foundation provided important safety advice for young children.
It’s a good idea for parents to go over these items with young members of the
family.
The advice for children
states:
·
Big people should never ask you to go with them
without letting you ask your parents if it’s okay.
·
Big people
should not look at you without your clothes unless your parents say it’s okay,
like at the doctor’s office.
·
Big people
should not tickle or touch you on your body’s private parts — the places
covered by a bathing suit or underwear.
·
Big people
should not tell you to keep secrets or say they will hurt you or anyone else if
you tell.
·
Big people
should not ask you to help them find things like lost pets. They should get
help from other big people.
·
Big people
should not take your picture or give you presents without asking for your
parent’s permission
·
YELL, SCREAM,
RUN and TELL a grown-up you trust — a parent, teacher or principal — if anyone
makes you feel scared or hurts you.
This advice is important for all. It can provide
peace of mind for all involved if children are well-versed in these concepts.
