(For ages 7 – 10)

Maria had just come into the house
She had been playing outside
The lovely smile that always lit up her face
Had decided to go and hide

Maria hugged her Mama close 
Her Mama kissed her on her head
Come here darling sit with me
Why do you look upset?

Standing near our fence outside
There was a man I just saw 
He was looking at me while I played
I didn’t feel like playing anymore 

Maria’s Mama went to the window 
She stood there for a bit
Then she came back and sat down
Darling he’s gone she said

That uncomfortable feeling that you just had
It is called In-tu-ition
It is when something inside you says 
This is a not a good situation 

You trusted the little feeling inside 
That was a clever and safe thing to do
When there could be danger around
That feeling will oftentimes warn you

Now is a good time to also tell you
Of a few other important things
These are Golden Rules to remember
So you always stay safe my darling 

Don’t ever go up or talk to strangers
Don’t take anything they may offer
Chocolates or candies even when they say
They’ve got puppies in their car 

Like a smart child you have memorized
Your home address and phone numbers
Of Mom and Dad and you also have
Grandma’s mobile phone number 

Don’t ever go wandering alone dearest one
If you’re on a trip from school 
Always make sure your teacher is there
Stay close, stay with the group 

If ever you think that you are lost 
Stay exactly where you are
Ask for help from someone working in a store
Or if you see one, a police officer

Also my darling never ever 
Let a stranger get close or touch you
You will say a big, loud NO!
If they try to pick you up or hug you

Don’t touch electrics in the walls
Don’t touch fire or matches or lighters
Never take any medicine without first asking
Mom and Dad or your teacher

These are Golden Rules to remember 
To keep you protected and safe
And always, always talk to me my dear
If you feel uncomfortable or afraid 

Our world is big and beautiful and bright
But there are also dangers outside
These Golden Rules will keep you safe
Wherever you may be my darling child.