January Days:

January 20

Sing a Song

Stranger Song
(Tune: "Brother John")

If you see a stranger
If you see a stranger
walk away
walk away

Watch

Say No to Strangers by The Learning Station

Try This

Go over various scenarios with your children so that they will know what to do if a stranger approaches them.

Read a Book

Here are some book recommendations for today. Check out the picture book collection at your local library, where there are lots of books to choose from! Find nearby libraries.

Once upon a dragon: stranger safety for kids (and dragons) by Jean E. Pendziwol; illustrated by Martine Gourbault
The Berenstain Bears learn about strangers by Stan & Jan Berenstain

Explore More

See the January Activity Calendar for many more fun, educational activities you and your child can do anytime!

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