Tricky People
Is it okay to go help a grownup you don't know?
Grownups don’t approach children or ask them for help. If this happens, find a trusted adult immediately.
What should you do If you get a message from an stranger online?
Block the stranger. Don’t talk to strangers on the Internet, even if he/she looks like another child.
Can children run within the pool area? And why?
No, because the pool area can be humid and the floor can become slippery because of water.
What do you have to wait for before crossing at lights?
Wait until the traffic light is green.
Is telling to your parents or your professor snitching?
Telling an adult is not snitching. They can help you think of ideas to stop bullying and give you a way feel safe and well.
What should you always do when coming home?
Always close the door behind you.
Who is a trusted adult?
A police officer, security guard with a badge, a store clerk in a uniform or a mother with a baby.
Can you post pictures of yourself on online? Why?
Never post pictures of yourself without your parents’ permission.
Is it safe for a child to go to the pool alone? and why?
An adult must be present for a child to go swimming.
Is it okay to use music players or mobile phones while crossing the road?
Avoid using music players or mobile phones when crossing the road to prevent distractions.
Is it good to fight back a bully?
Fighting, getting back at them, telling them to stop, or yelling are likely to make things worse.
Which number do you call in an emergency at home?
911
If someone you don't know says, "I will give you a ride home." What should you do?
Say "No, thank you" and leave.
What should you do if a child that you met online asks you to meet in person?
Never agree to meet anyone that you’ve met online in person.
What should you do when you see lightning?
Take shelter during a storm and stay away from the water for 30 minutes after lightning or thunder.
What should you wear while biking?
Don’t forget to put on a helmet and wear bright clothing.
Is it Ok to avoid a bully?
Yes, take a different path to class. Pretend you didn’t hear the bully and walk away. Block the bully on social media so he/she can't contact you or see your online profile.
What things children play should not play with?
Children should not play with knives, matches, lighters, or fireworks.
What do you do if an grownup tells me to keep a secret from my parents?
Tell your parents. It is never okay for an adult ask you to keep secrets from your parents.
A person online starts making questions about your dad. What should you do?
Never give anyone your password, name, address, the name of your school or any information about your family.
Is it safe to dive in the shallow end of the pool? And why?
Only dive in designated areas.
Never dive in an above-ground pool.
What is the purpose of having a bell installed on my bike?
Staying safe is important, and a bell can be a helpful tool.
Is it okay to confront a bully?
Yes. Stand tall, use a calm and clear voice and make eye contact. Bullies stop if they see you are confident.
What do you do if you hear a strange noise outside home?
Stay inside and wait for someone to come home or call for help.
Is it okay to be impolite if you feel uncomfortable?
You are allowed to yell: NO! or STOP TOUCHING ME! or STAY AWAY! to an adult or an older kid if they make you feel scared, uncomfortable or just plain yucky .
While playing an online game, one of the players is telling things that make you uncomfortable. What do you do?
If somebody makes you uncomfortable online, remember you don’t have to talk back to them. Ignore or block them.
Is it okay for kids to push each other around the pool?
It is not okay to push another child, he or she may get hurt.
Why do you have to keep the music volume low when riding your bike?
You can hear noises like cars and motorbikes around you.
Are bullies bad people?
Bullies have their own motives for treating others poorly. They might not know how to interact with other children, their parents don't pay attention to them or they are afraid of children who are different from them.
When is it okay to stick a knife on an outlet?
It is NEVER okay. The electric shock can harm and even kill you.