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New tools are available online to help replace outdated safety messages, such as “Never talk to strangers.” The free resources are a part of the Power of Parents, a nationwide child safety program co-developed by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and Duracell to help dispel common child-safety myths. Teaching and reminding children how to stay safe is especially important during the warmer months. According to statistics from the U.S. Department of Justice, of the 797,500 children (those under 18) reported missing in a one-year period, 66% of the non-family abductions took place during the summer (30%) and spring (36%). Fifty percent of family abductions also occurred during spring and summer. The website, powerofparentsonline.com, offers a variety of age-appropriate teaching tools to help start a dialogue with your children. The newest offering is a book geared for children ages 4-6, titled, “The Great Tomato Adventure: A Story About Smart Safety Choices.” The book can be downloaded from the website or families can watch a reading of the book online by actress and mom Jada Pinkett Smith. The book also comes with a “Teachable Moments Guide,” offering sample questions and conversation starters to help make the learning opportunity more interactive. Guides are also available for parents of children ages 7-11 and ages 12-17 and address online safety issues. The website also offers a free downloadable photo ID kit. The kit gives tips for taking the picture and properly storing it. |
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