Teach them what to do if they get lost. They shouldn t ask children. If a stranger asks for help, say no and stay away from them. They may offer gifts, such as candy, money, jobs, or lure them with a pet or a toy. Strangers may pretend to be an authority figure, such as a police officer or a clergyman.
Uniforms are easy to get.
If a person in a uniform of authority approaches your child, teach them that they should ask another adult to assist them. Tell your child this would never happen. A lot of children are abducted on their way to and from school or the park. A child alone is an easy target. Teach children to walk and play together and to watch out for each other.