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Provide essential information to children about the upcoming destination

Normally, parents often don't tell children the name of the destination, thinking it's unnecessary or that the child wouldn't understand. So when asked where they're going, the answer is usually vague. In fact, introducing the name of the destination will add more knowledge and vocabulary to the child. In case of getting lost, the child can communicate the needed destination.

Encourage children to write a journal about their journey

Interesting stories that happen during the trip will help children accumulate knowledge and broaden their minds

Parents, tell your children that you want to hear their feelings and descriptions throughout the journey. This will encourage them to list, draw,... things they have seen and done. Each journal page will become a place to preserve memories and help children pay more attention, be aware of the things happening during the trip.

Teach children the skill of ordering food when eating out

When traveling, you often eat at restaurants, hotels, etc., so learning this skill will make children feel confident and know how to behave properly. Teach your child how to choose a meal? Remind them to be polite when ordering, look into the eyes of the server, order what they want to eat, and don't forget to say thank you.

Guide children basic communication skills with strangers

Cultivating these skills will contribute to the formation of thinking, appropriate behavior in every situation, helping children better protect themselves when they are not with their parents. Specifically, such as maintaining a safe distance from strangers, not accepting toys or food from strangers without the consent of their parents. When asked for information such as name, home address, etc., they should not disclose everything.

If a stranger grabs them, scream loudly to attract the attention of people around, resist by grabbing their legs, trying to use their weight to lie down. When they intentionally approach, the child needs to step back and run to a crowded area. It can be said that this is a very necessary skill that every parent must teach their child.

Swimming Skills

Basic swimming skills that children need to learn include floating on the water, floating or sinking underwater, and coping when drowning

Swimming has long been a sport that brings many benefits to children, such as promoting both physical and mental development, boosting confidence, improving learning skills, agility, and flexibility in handling situations... Only by teaching children to swim and becoming proficient can they have more chances to survive unforeseen accidents, thus being able to protect themselves and sometimes even save others. In addition, when taking children to play at the beach or in water areas, parents will have less to worry about.

Skills in Using GPS Devices

Knowing how to read a map will help children enhance their orientation skills in case of getting lost. This will make children stay calm, slowly determine the direction to find their way back to the hotel or guesthouse.

Educating Survival Skills When Children Get Lost

Most children when lost will fall into a state of panic and fear. So what should parents teach children to do when they unfortunately get lost?

There have been many cases of children getting lost during trips, especially in crowded places such as streets, airports, supermarkets, etc. Therefore, survival skills when getting lost are very important and need to be taught by parents from a very young age:

●      For children aged 3 - 4 and older, teach them to memorize their names, addresses, and parents' phone numbers. For children aged 6 and older, teach them how to handle situations when they get lost. If the child cannot remember, prepare papers with the information, address, and phone number of the parents in the child's bag or backpack.

●      Parents should instruct the child not to leave the sight of the parents on their own. You can teach the child to remember characteristics such as hair, clothes, and shoes of the parents for easy recognition from a distance.

●      Teach the child to stop immediately at the location where they are lost, and not wander around.

●      If the child wants to seek help, find people they can trust, such as those wearing uniforms like police, security guards, or staff at the lost location such as in a supermarket, park, etc.

●      Equip the child with a whistle in their bag to make noise when they get lost.

●      If the child has a phone, set your phone number on speed dial and instruct the child to call when necessary.

Teach the child how to perform basic first aid

When the child travels with friends, beyond the control of parents, any situation can arise. Therefore, parents should equip the child with sufficient first aid skills for situations such as burns or scalds, bleeding or abrasions, dislocated hands, etc.

Handle when parents encounter incidents like accidents, unconsciousness

Teach the child to remember important phone numbers such as emergency services, police, etc., to call when needed. When making a call, put the phone on speaker to speak and help parents. If there are adults around, ask for their assistance. If these skills are practiced regularly, the child will learn quickly and know how to apply them in case of emergencies.

Cultivate the child's self-service skills

Children always want to be recognized by adults and show themselves well on every trip. Therefore, parents can help the child fulfill their responsibilities with tasks within their capabilities, such as preparing luggage in advance, arranging personal belongings, setting an alarm clock to wake up on time, etc. These activities will help the child become independent, know how to take care of themselves, and form good habits.

When parents create opportunities for children to express themselves, they will become aware of their roles and responsibilities in each journey

It can be said that parents can completely educate their children on many useful skills through interesting trips. Let's start training children in life skills from today so that they can develop independence and confidence. Wishing parents and their beloved children meaningful and complete journeys.