Safe Kids, Smart Parents

Every parent asks themselves: "Are my children safe? How can I make them safer? What do I need to know?" Whether their children are six or sixteen, whether they live in a rural town, suburb, or a bustling city, all parents worry about threats-from cyber-bullying to exploitation and abduction. What should they tell their children and when? What practical steps can they take to reduce the risks and keep their kids safe? Dr. Rebecca Bailey, with the assistance of her sister and registered nurse, Elizabeth, gives easily understood, easily followed answers in Safe Kids, Smart Parents.

This accessible, authoritative guide to child safety empowers all parents in a practical and personable way. It offers:

· an easy to follow Safety List,

· games like "be a Lert" to play with younger children,

· the Safety Algorithm to help kids of all ages learn to critically assess situations and take steps that will keep children safer

· and many more resources

Safe Kids, Smart Parents builds on Dr. Bailey's years of experience as a family psychologist helping real families deal with real situations. From abduction to abuse, Bailey explains how parents can speak to their kids about troubling topics while building their self-esteem and teaching them how to protect themselves. A smart, comprehensive, and easy to read resource, Safe Kids, Smart Parents is the most important book a parent can own.