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[quote=Anonymous]Depends on the kid but prob 7, and definitely by 9 (assuming no larger issue like a developmental delay).

As far as the stuff you’re worried about - teach her! You can talk to strangers, but you never go anywhere with strangers. If anyone makes you uncomfortable, leave. If anyone REALLY makes you uncomfortable or tries to grab you, scream, fight, run away.

Teach her to tell any busybody that you live a block away and your mom is getting you soon. If some busybody is very concerned, she can give your number and tell them to call you. Make sure she knows your phone number.

Teach her that if there’s an emergency, she should come home or go to another parent with kids and ask for help.

I understand why you’re walking her there and back, but I’d make sure she knows how to cross safely. Let her lead YOU across, not vice versa. Cause she may need to come back sometimes (as you pointed out).

These are all very valuable, age appropriate lessons that are widely applicable, and this is a great excuse to focus on them. [/quote]

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