If your community has recently experienced the loss of a child, or is addressing a dangerous situation in terms of child safety, it is often useful to bring in an expert like Mr. Mares who can constructively address problems and proactively work to establish an attitude of caution without going overboard with regard to fear.

If you would like to distribute copies of Mr. Mares's book as part of your event, please work at least 2 months ahead of time to ensure that enough copies will be available for distribution. Bulk rates are possible for significant order sizes.

Public speaking events establish a basic vocabulary for talking about child safety. Topics discussed are often how to deal with strangers in person, on the phone, and over the internet, how to avoid attracting unnecessary attention, and how to talk about it when things happen that shouldn't. Examples of some questions and answers Mr. Mares fields:

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.  How soon can I begin teaching my children Child Safety?
A.  Child Safety can be taught as early as the toddler stage.

Q. How can I teach my children to be safe without frightening them?
A. Child Safety education can be connected to media related situations by playing "What-If" scenarios with your children.

Q. Is there a way to prevent children from going to certain Internet sites?
A. Yes. In order to assist parents, nearly all online and Internet Service Providers offer controls or blocking options.

Q. What is a "Safe Home"?
A. A home established by concerned neighbors for children to go to for protection if they are frightened and seek comfort from a good neighbor.

Q. What is considered inappropriate behavior by an adult?
A. Favorable treatment directed to your child outside the presence of other children, or excessive demands of the child's time. Touching should raise an instant flag.

Q. How can I find out if a sex offender lives near my family?
A. Registered sex offender information is available by contacting your local law enforcement agency.

Q. What is a "Code Word", and when would it be used?
A. A "Code Word" is a special word or phrase, a password, kept secret between a parent and child used to frustrate and attempt to avoid abductions.

Q. What is "Stranger Danger"?
A. A common phrase used to encompass a warning to children of the dangers an unknown person may pose.

Q. What are "Amber Alerts"?
A. Special alerts that are broadcast to assist in the recovery of abducted children.

Q. Why is a Child Identification File so important?
A. In the event of a missing child, documented information would expedite law enforcement efforts in conducting a search.