Avoiding Dangerous Places and People – Basic 4 Security Education Lesson Note (Second Term)

What are Dangerous Places? 

Dangerous places are locations where bad things can happen to you. These are areas where you can get hurt, lost, or meet bad people.

Dangerous Places to Avoid

1. Lonely and Quiet Areas

• Empty buildings
• Dark alleys
• Abandoned houses
• Thick bushes
• Deserted playgrounds

2. Unsafe Water Areas

• Deep rivers or streams
• Swimming pools without adults
• Beach without lifeguards
• Flooded areas
• Wells and pits

3. High Risk Areas

• Construction sites
• Near highways
• Railway tracks
• Electric poles and transformers
• Broken bridges

4. Crime Areas

• Known criminal hideouts
• Drug selling points
• Gambling centers
• Late night spots
• Uncompleted buildings

Dangerous People to Avoid

1. Strangers Who:

• Offer gifts or sweets
• Ask you to follow them
• Want to show you something
• Try to touch you
• Ask personal questions

2. People Showing Bad Behavior:

• Drunk people
• People fighting
• Drug users
• Gang members
• People with weapons

3. Adults Who Make You Uncomfortable:

• Those who want secrets
• People who threaten you
• Adults who separate you from friends
• Those offering car rides
• People asking you to disobey parents

How to Stay Safe

DO’s:

• Stay in safe, open areas
• Go out in groups
• Tell parents where you’re going
• Trust your feelings
• Stay where adults can see you

DON’Ts:

• Don’t go to lonely places
• Don’t follow strangers
• Don’t accept gifts from unknown people
• Don’t keep secrets from parents
• Don’t play in dangerous areas

What to Do If You’re in Danger Run to safety. Scream for help. Find trusted adults. Call emergency numbers. Tell your parents immediately.

Remember: It’s better to be safe than sorry. If a place or person feels wrong, stay away!

EXERCISES

A. Fill in the blanks:

1. _______ places are where bad things can happen.
2. Avoid _______ buildings and dark alleys.
3. Don’t accept _______ from strangers.
4. Always tell _______ where you’re going.
5. If in danger, _______ for help.

B. True or False:

1. Empty buildings are safe. _______
2. Accept gifts from strangers. _______
3. Play in groups for safety. _______
4. Trust your feelings. _______
5. Keep secrets from parents. _______

C. Circle dangerous places:

• Your classroom
• Empty buildings
• Your home
• Dark alleys
• Church/Mosque
• Construction sites
• School library
• Deep rivers

D. Dangerous or Safe? Write D or S:

1. Stranger offering sweets _____
2. Your teacher _____
3. Drunk person _____
4. Your parents _____
5. Gang members _____

E. Answer:

1. Name 3 dangerous places.
2. What should you do if a stranger offers gifts?
3. Who should you tell about danger?