Kidpower Listening Power Safety Sign to remind adults to listen when kids talk about safety problems - and remind kids to listen to their adults as well.
Kids are safer when they have trusted adults they believe will listen to them and help solve problems.
Parents and primary caregivers can say, “No matter how busy or grumpy I am, you and your safety are more important than anything else! I always want to know if you have a safety problem or anything else that is worrying or bothering you.”
Teachers and others can coach a child to identify adults the child could turn to for help by saying, “Who could you go to if you had a problem? Who else?” Try to make a list with at least five trusted adults.
All adults can coach a child to say, calmly and confidently, “Excuse me, I need help,” and “I have a problem. Please listen.” Play the role of the trusted adult and say, “Thank you for talking to me. I will listen.”
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