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You're walking home and need help. Which place is a good 'safe spot'?

A library, store or fire station is a safe spot.

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  1. An empty alley
  2. A dark path in the woods
  3. The library ✔

Why: Safe spots are busy places with grown-ups who can help, like stores, libraries and fire stations. Notice them on your way.

Huh, didn't know that: Police stations, restaurants and friends' houses can be safe spots too.

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Why are libraries so tall? They have the most stories.
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Answer: The library. Safe spots are busy places with grown-ups who can help, like stores, libraries and fire stations. Notice them on your way.

  1. Do You Know How to Be Street Smart? (KidsHealth for Kids) kidshealth.org/en/kids/street-smart.html
    Safe spots are places where you can stop if you need help, like the houses of kids you know
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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