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Bobby and Mandee's Too Safe for Strangers: Children's Safety Book
Most children, especially children on the autism spectrum, accept adults' friendliness at face value. Sometimes it can have tragic consequences. Written by a Deputy Sheriff, this book is credited with foiling at least 22 stranger abductions. Characters Bobby and Mandee explain stranger danger in a way that is accessible, but not frightening, for children. Read it to your child and role-play different scenarios. Strangers can be men or women, old or young. Adults should not touch, give gifts to, or ask for help from children. If they do, don't keep it a secret! Tell an adult! Arm your child with the knowledge that may save his or her life.
24 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 2001
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May 6, 2015
Parents, grandparents, guardians, and teachers, here is an important book to share with young children. While a little intense (depending on age of the child), it addresses a serious issue which needs frequent attention.
The wording is simple, the water color illustrations by Sue Lynn Cotton are also simple but effective.
This 24 page book is short, to the point with important instruction and information throughout the story. Ending with a short quiz, it will ensure child understands what to do in emergency situations…Do you know the code?
Two color pages are also included at the end.
My review gives this book a Four Stars rating.
*I was sent this book in exchange for an honest review, of which I have given.
The wording is simple, the water color illustrations by Sue Lynn Cotton are also simple but effective.
This 24 page book is short, to the point with important instruction and information throughout the story. Ending with a short quiz, it will ensure child understands what to do in emergency situations…Do you know the code?
Two color pages are also included at the end.
My review gives this book a Four Stars rating.
*I was sent this book in exchange for an honest review, of which I have given.
January 18, 2016
This book has foiled twenty-two stranger abductions to date.
This important book stars a big brother, Bobby, and his little sister Mandy. They explain through their own eyes all about strangers.
"Who is a stranger, you ask? A stranger is anyone that you do not know."
They further go on to explain that a stranger can be anyone you don't know regardless of age or gender. Just because you are brought up by a loving family and taught to respect and be kind to everyone you must only be around people you and your parents know very well. You will meet many strangers throughout your life and most are good people but you always have to be aware and alert to those who are bad. Tips are given about how a stranger may trick and apprehend you such as asking to help find their dog that is lost, offer you candy or free kittens, or lure you into their car. If any of those things occur and you are ever grabbed...
"SCREAM! If they still have you after you scream, then KICK, BITE, and FIGHT with ALL YOUR MIGHT. YOU MUST GET AWAY! Then you must run and tell a trusted adult.
The book included a list of grown-ups, both men and women, who will help you if there is an emergency, plus tips for parents and a safety test to make sure you understand the exact responses you are to make.
This important book stars a big brother, Bobby, and his little sister Mandy. They explain through their own eyes all about strangers.
"Who is a stranger, you ask? A stranger is anyone that you do not know."
They further go on to explain that a stranger can be anyone you don't know regardless of age or gender. Just because you are brought up by a loving family and taught to respect and be kind to everyone you must only be around people you and your parents know very well. You will meet many strangers throughout your life and most are good people but you always have to be aware and alert to those who are bad. Tips are given about how a stranger may trick and apprehend you such as asking to help find their dog that is lost, offer you candy or free kittens, or lure you into their car. If any of those things occur and you are ever grabbed...
"SCREAM! If they still have you after you scream, then KICK, BITE, and FIGHT with ALL YOUR MIGHT. YOU MUST GET AWAY! Then you must run and tell a trusted adult.
The book included a list of grown-ups, both men and women, who will help you if there is an emergency, plus tips for parents and a safety test to make sure you understand the exact responses you are to make.
March 27, 2015
Too Safe For Strangers by Deputy Sheriff Robert Kahn and Sharon Chandler
This is a Children's Safety Book. This book tells children how to deal with strangers. The "stranger danger" campaign seems to have disappeared but the problem has not.
The authors clearly describe and define a stranger. They are very clear on strategies for behavior if a child is approached by a stranger. They list the more common methods predators use to approach children. As in their book on bullies, their primary defense is to tell a trusted adult. They list trusted adults. The authors use repetition and illustrations to demonstrate their strategies and their scenarios. The protective strategies are clear and easy to explain.
I think the author's use of tests and suggestions for role playing are excellent. As a former teacher and current kindergarten volunteer and I see how successfully repetition is for the younger child.
I recommend.
site:
http://fhautism.com/bobby-and-mandees...
This is a Children's Safety Book. This book tells children how to deal with strangers. The "stranger danger" campaign seems to have disappeared but the problem has not.
The authors clearly describe and define a stranger. They are very clear on strategies for behavior if a child is approached by a stranger. They list the more common methods predators use to approach children. As in their book on bullies, their primary defense is to tell a trusted adult. They list trusted adults. The authors use repetition and illustrations to demonstrate their strategies and their scenarios. The protective strategies are clear and easy to explain.
I think the author's use of tests and suggestions for role playing are excellent. As a former teacher and current kindergarten volunteer and I see how successfully repetition is for the younger child.
I recommend.
site:
http://fhautism.com/bobby-and-mandees...
April 9, 2015
This little book hits right where it counts, bringing over a clear message...and an important one. It's written just right for kids, explaining not only what a stranger is (yes, kids have a different opinion than us adults) but great tips on what to do when approached by one. And all of this in a way kids will have no problem grasping and remembering. I especially enjoyed the tips for parents because this is nothing kids should be learning to handle alone...because they can't.
To round it off, there's a great question and answer section in the back, which helps to make sure the reader understood what they've read. Such reinforcement isn't only necessary, but kids will enjoy it.
Summed up, this is a great little book which reaches it's goal with flying colors. After reading this, kids will be better prepared when a stranger approaches them and will know exactly how to handle it.
I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
To round it off, there's a great question and answer section in the back, which helps to make sure the reader understood what they've read. Such reinforcement isn't only necessary, but kids will enjoy it.
Summed up, this is a great little book which reaches it's goal with flying colors. After reading this, kids will be better prepared when a stranger approaches them and will know exactly how to handle it.
I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
April 29, 2015
In ‘Bobby and Mandy’s Too Safe For Strangers’, Bobby seems to tell the story. He tells us exactly what a stranger is. They’re anyone we don’t know. A stranger could be a man, woman, a teenager, or even another child! Throughout the book there are many examples of a bad stranger and what a child can do to escape “stranger danger.”
In the back of the book is a list of people who can help in case of an emergency, a safety test, a list of safe grownups to call, and a lot more useful information for both you and your child.
This is another book that I highly recommend for your home library. Read this book with your child and stress the importance of “stranger danger.”
This book was sent to me by the author in exchange for my honest opinion.
In the back of the book is a list of people who can help in case of an emergency, a safety test, a list of safe grownups to call, and a lot more useful information for both you and your child.
This is another book that I highly recommend for your home library. Read this book with your child and stress the importance of “stranger danger.”
This book was sent to me by the author in exchange for my honest opinion.
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