Viral video of Mom teaching her daughter to say “NO!” makes us smile:...
We want the family in the "Mother Teaches Daughter About Stranger Danger video to also learn the Kidpower skills of Stay Together, Move Away, and Check First - and how to teach children about Stranger...
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View ArticleViral video of Mom teaching her daughter to say “NO!” makes us smile:...
We want the family in the "Mother Teaches Daughter About Stranger Danger video to also learn the Kidpower skills of Stay Together, Move Away, and Check First - and how to teach children about Stranger...
View ArticleBe Safety Nets, Parachutes, and Guides – Not Smothering Blankets
The Overprotected Kid, an in-depth article in The Atlantic Monthly by author and national correspondent Hanna Rosin, raises thought-provoking points about how parental fear of children experiencing any...
View Article7 Positive Actions to Honor Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month in the US and some other parts of the world. We cannot take away the tremendous harm done by abuse in the past. We can and must do our best to protect the kids of...
View ArticleHow “Stranger Danger” Hurts Kids
After a “Stranger Danger” lesson in her kindergarten class, a little girl sat down with her crayons and a big piece of paper. On one side of her drawing, there was a small child being grabbed by a big...
View ArticleFortune and Fame – or Halls of Shame?
What does it take to protect child entertainers from abuse? Once again, we see news headlines leaving us with troubling questions about the way that the exploitation of young people has been accepted...
View Article“It’s a Small World After All!”
In celebrating my 66th birthday this week and Kidpower’s 25th Anniversary this year, I wanted to share with you some reflections about the ways we are all connected. When I was growing up, we lived in...
View ArticleSanta Barbara killings: taking our social script to a violent extreme
Preface from Irene van der Zande, Kidpower founder and Executive Director: In my horror over the mass murder in Isla Vista near Santa Barbara, and grief for everyone harmed by this terrible tragedy, I...
View ArticleSummer Safety Resources
Taking trips, going to camp, or spending more time on their own in the neighborhood can be great for kids in the summer. But changing routines and going to new places can also present new risks. Here...
View ArticleKidpower Benefits from Miller Avenue Whole Foods “Dimes for Donations”...
If you live in the Mill Valley area and shop at Whole Foods, you can help Kidpower by bringing your own bags when you shop at the Whole Foods Market on 414 Miller Ave. and asking for a donation...
View ArticleKeeping Playdates Fun and Safe
When setting up playdates with kids who we think will enjoy spending time together, we usually think of logistics such as what time and which house. Here are 8 safety questions to ask when planning to...
View ArticleThank you to Dr. Harold Johnson for video series on Kidpower’s 7 Strategies...
A series of short video interviews describing each of Kidpower's 7 strategies for keeping children safe and how to apply these concepts to your daily life.
View ArticleA Waterfall of Love – 25 Years of Safety, Fun, and Friendship!
Thanks to the power of community and the miracle of the Internet, Kidpower's waterfall of love has grown to embrace much of the world! We are celebrating 25 years of keeping kids- and people who used...
View ArticleGrandparenting: Supporting Strong Family Relationships – 7 Ground Rules from...
These seven ground rules from Kidpower can help prevent conflict, increase understanding, and develop trust so that grandparents, parents, kids, and other family members can enjoy each other more and...
View ArticleWhat to Do If A Child Reports Possible Abuse, Bullying, Harassment, or...
We often get asked by caring adults, “What do I do if a child comes to me for help?” These seven steps will help you be effective at helping children if they come to you with a problem.
View ArticleDifferent cultural norms and child safety
Kidpower Response to NPR blog post by Emily Lodish about "Global Parenting Habits That Haven't Caught on Yet in the U.S." answering the question, "If this is safe for kids in these other countries, why...
View ArticleKidpower Benefits from Whole Foods of Cupertino’s “Nickels for Nonprofits”...
If you live in the Cupertino area and shop at Whole Foods, you can help Kidpower by bringing your own bags and asking for a donation instead of a credit.
View ArticleSpecial Opportinuty! Fullpower for Young Adults Ages 18 – 21
Help the young adults in your life get ready for this transition with a Fullpower Workshop for Young Adults 18 to 21 years old!
View ArticleMost People Are GOOD! A Kidpower Life Lesson for All of Us
At Kidpower, we believe most people are GOOD! Yes, some people act unsafely. We don't need to worry because we can keep ourselves safe most of the time if we know what to do
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