Junior Security Detective Academy
Scenario: The Doorbell Rings
A child-friendly scenario about what to do when the doorbell rings unexpectedly.
You are at home and the doorbell rings. You are not expecting anyone. You can hear someone at the door, but you are not sure who it is.
Choose what you would do
A
Open the door quickly so you do not seem rude.
Open the door quickly so you do not seem rude.
B
Pause, follow your family rule and get a trusted adult before opening anything.
Pause, follow your family rule and get a trusted adult before opening anything.
C
Shout that your parents are not home.
Shout that your parents are not home.
D
Hide and ignore every rule.
Hide and ignore every rule.
What this teaches
The safest response is usually a simple routine. Pause. Do not open the door. Do not share private information. Ask a trusted adult or use a family-approved intercom/camera if an adult has taught you how.
Reflection question
What sentence could you say to a trusted adult if this happened? Write one calm, clear sentence.