Radio Commentary
The
Joyful Child Foundation provides 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
foundation’s advice includes:
• 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
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
• If anyone makes you feel scared or
hurts you, YELL, SCREAM, RUN and TELL a grown-up you trust — a parent, teacher
or principal.
This
advice is important for every child. It can provide peace of mind for all
involved if children are well-versed in these concepts.
