Chances are, it will happen – possibly at a mall, airport, “amusement” park, or during an outdoor excursion. While virtually always you and your child will be reunited, usually in a matter of minutes, being lost is an extremely frightening experience for all involved, remembered for a lifetime. 1. Prepare children for what to do […]
Preparing your children for becoming lost
October 15, 2020 by kidstra
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Lost Children / Prevention / Preparation
January 3, 2011 by kidstra

Remind children about “freeze” before taking trips, visiting amusements parks, and outings in rural areas. Remind them of what? Yes. Freeze. This is a game in which children run about until a designated caller yells, “Freeze!” The children stop in their tracks (freeze) and remain in that place until the caller gives the all-clear signal […]
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