Teach your children when being home alone

19/12/2014

Life skills education is one of the essential values taught at Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) to help students adapt to the changes of both natural and social environment or to train them for the sense of vigilance and self-protection. Below are some of the common dangerous situations and useful reaction techniques, such as how to say “no” to temptation, how to manage themselves when getting lost or being kidnapped or abused. They are really useful and practical skills that parents can apply to guide their child(ren) with VAS’s support and cooperation.

Life skills education is one of the essential values taught at Vietnam Australia International School (VAS) to help students adapt to the changes of both natural and social environment or to train them for the sense of vigilance and self-protection. Below are some of the common dangerous situations and useful reaction techniques, such as how to say “no” to temptation, how to manage themselves when getting lost or being kidnapped or abused. They are really useful and practical skills that parents can apply to guide their child(ren) with VAS’s support and cooperation.

 

Help parents taking care of bonsai

Staying home alone can certainly make child(ren) nervous and worried. However, sometimes an urgent situation may cause parents’ going away and leaving their child(ren) home alone. To help the kid(s) avoid risks or keep calm, parents can use the following ways to help them get used to the situation.

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Do

Don’t

When stay home alone

  • Read; study; learn to play musical instruments; clean the bedroom, bookshelves; take care of bonsai (weeding, watering, etc.)
  • Help parents with errands like: arranging clothes, cleaning the house, washing the dishes, etc.
  • Maintain good hygiene habits to take care of oneself
  • Staying home alone for long periods
  • Listen to strangers when they call / knock the door
  • Play with objects that can cause dangers (gas cooker, electrical equipment, sharp objects, etc.)


(Sourse: VAS’ Life Skill Program)

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