10 Things You Should Teach Your Kids To Keep Them Safe

6. Say “no”

This problem can stay for the entire life – some grown-ups still can’t say “no”. This will create a ton of troubles in the future, but now, let’s focus on its implications for children. If your child feels uncomfortable when somebody is trying to touch them, or if you child doesn’t feel safe around somebody, or if somebody is making them do something they don’t want – your child must know how to break free from this situation. Refusal is their right to express their will. Explain that there always will be a grown-up (a teacher at school, parents at home, law enforcement officers etc.) who can help at any time.