Scranton Mixed Martial arts presents an educational book discussing safety topics like school safety, internet safety

1. School Safety
Most kidnappers target children before or after
school. Before and after school there is a large
amount of confusion as children and adults
come and go. In this confusion a kidnapper
may attempt to snatch a child through
deception.
A common deception is for a predator to hang
around before and after school, blending in
and becoming a familiar face. They may
interact in a friendly manner with other adults
and even children. During this time they are
listening and learning names. They are
watching and learning routines; does a child
walk to school or does a parent pick them up?
They are waiting for an opportunity to strike.
Example: You are stuck in traffic and are 15
minutes late for picking up little Jimmy from
school. An opportunity has presented itself for
the stranger to now approach Jimmy.
“Hi Jimmy! Hey mom is running late because
of an accident. She wants me to drive you
home so you don’t have to wait here forever.”
“Oh okay, thanks”
The Code Word
How could the above scenario be avoided? You
and your child develop a code word and keep
it secret. Let’s take another look at the above
scenario and how it can be different.
“Hi Jimmy! Hey mom is running late because
of an accident. She wants me to drive you
home so you don’t have to wait here forever.”
“What’s the code word?”
“Mom didn’t tell me a code word. She just said
it was important I pick you up”
“Sorry. No code word. No ride. I think I
will wait inside the school. Thanks.””
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Stranger Danger!
There are more than 6 billion
people inhabiting the planet
Earth. Most of whom are good
but some are bad.
Of the bad people some steal
money from banks, some steal
belongings from homes, and
some steal kids. There is
nothing more frightening for a
parent than the reality of losing
a child! Every day in the U.S.,
approximately 2,000 kids are
reported missing.
In this book we will discuss with
you the most common tricks
used by kidnappers and how
you can teach your children to
be safeguarded against them.

2.  Don’t take short cuts or “secret ways”. It is too
easy for a stranger to approach you in these
secluded areas.
 Never approach a car that is not driven by a
family member or very trusted family friend.
 Never take anything from a stranger. Not
candy. Not money. Not toys.
 Quickly run the opposite direction the car is
facing and stay on the busy street. Under no
circumstance run for a “short cut”.
 Ask for the code word! Maybe the predator
says “Mom’s been in an accident. I am
supposed to take you to the hospital.”
 If you are lost immediately find a police officer,
fire fighter, emt, or a person who works at the
place you are lost. Find a person of trusted
authority.
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Street Smarts
Jimmy is walking along the road to play at the park with friends. A car drives up and a man
hangs a photo of an adorable puppy out the window. “Excuse me. Have you seen my little
girl’s puppy? She lost him this morning and she won’t stop crying. Can you please help me
find him? There is a reward.”
It is a common ploy used by kidnappers to entice children close enough to the car so that they
may grab the child; play to a child’s good hearted nature.
 “Can you help me find my dog?”
 “Can you give me direction to the gas station?”
 “Are there any cool game shops nearby?”
Children are naturally inquisitive and helpful and this very innocent view of the world can
make them a target. How then can you safeguard your child against this type of ploy? Share
these tips with your child:

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Internet Dangers
Household Rules
Many households have rules in order to
keep the peace. Brush your teeth three
times a day, put the toilet seat down,
don’t run with scissors, wash behind your
ears, eat your vegetables, and many
more. However three rules above all
other rules should be established. These
rules can never ever be broken by the
child.
 Never open the front door
without parent permission.
 Never answer the phone without
parent permission.
 Do not give personal
information to anyone over the
phone.
When we were children computers were still a
novelty luxury in many households – and there
definitely wasn’t an internet! The internet has
revolutionized the way we learn about the world
and how we interact with it socially. Today’s
children – in large part because of the internet –
are learning faster than ever before. They are
interacting with people from all over the world
allowing information to travel the globe in the
blink of an eye. The downside to this
unprecedented global socialization is that the
“bad guys” are blended in the masses. They are
faceless. They are anonymous. They have
access to your child that they never had before.
As quickly as your child is learning about new
cultures, ancient histories, and which Kardashian
is dating which sports star, the kidnappers are
learning your child’s like and dislikes, habits and
routines, and even their names and faces all in
order to gain their trust, set up a meeting, and
take them away forever.
How can you keep your child safe from these
hidden predators? Establish these internet rules:
 Never use the Internet without parent
permission.
 Never visit any websites without parent
permission.
 Never send personal information without
parent permission.
 Never agree to meet anyone without
parent permission.
 If anything makes you feel uncomfortable,
tell your parents immediately

4. No matter how diligent a child’s awareness, let’s
face it, a child is a child and often times they lose
focus. If the unthinkable happens and your child is
grabbed by an attacker teach them they must fight
and scream for help with every ounce of energy in
their being! Under no circumstances should the
child ever willingly cooperate with a kidnapper no
matter what they threaten.
“If you scream I will hurt you.” SCREAM!
“If you fight I will hurt your mom” FIGHT!
In the face of this threat let your child know that
everything they do is okay! Scream, Fight, Scratch,
Bite, Break Things! Be the biggest pain in the neck
,brat of child they can be – and it is okay! Let your
child know it is allowed and they won’t get in
trouble no matter what they do or say!
Have An Emergency
Escape Plan!
Drugs! The Ultimate Kidnapper
Every day, drugs steal thousands of kids from their otherwise healthy, happy, and prosperous lifestyles.
There is no doubt that one day drugs will try to sneak up on your child, and when that day comes, they
can use these strategies to avoid becoming a victim.
 Drugs are as sneaky and dangerous as any kidnapper, once they get a hold of you can disappear
forever!
 There are no good drugs! Just because a drug is legal doesn’t make it good! Alcohol and cigarettes
are just as bad as cocaine or heroin!
 People that offer you drugs or alcohol are not your friends. Drugs ruin lives and friends don’t you’re
your life. Don’t be afraid to tell your parents that someone has offered you drugs.
 Being drug and alcohol free is cool!