never say they are alone if they answer the phone: they can offer to take a message or say their parents will phone back. never answer the door if they are alone. not invite anyone into the house without the permission of a parent or babysitter. not go into people's houses without letting anyone know where they are. never get into anyone's car without permission. not take candy or other gifts from strangers or anyone else without asking a parent first. never play in deserted buildings or isolated areas. scream and scatter books and belongings if they are forced toward a building or car. move away from a car that pulls up beside them if they do not know the driver. be taught their full telephone number and address. be taught that it's all right to say 'no' to an adult if the person wants them to do something you've taught them is wrong. know that no one has the right to touch any part of their bodies that a bathing suit would cover. tell you, school authorities or a police officer about anyone who exposes private parts. tell you if someone has asked them to keep a secret from you. go to the nearest cashier if lost or separated from you in a store or mall.

tell you where they are at all times or leave a written or recorded message at home. never hitchhike. avoid shortcuts through empty parks, fields, laneways or alleys. run home or go to the nearest public place and yell for help if they are being followed. learn to recognize suspicious behavior and remember a description of the person or vehicle to give you or the police. Write the plate number in the dirt or snow if nothing else is available. if attacked for money, jewelry or clothing give it up rather than risk injury. feel that they can talk to you and call you to pick them up any time, any place.