Unfortunately children need protection from the people who may harm them.
Kidnapping and abuse are two frightening situations that require awareness and simetimes action from caregivers.
Give children clear limits about where they can go alone.Be cautious about what you decide to allow.
Teach children what a stranger is and to avoid them. Tell not to get in a car or go any where with someone they dont know and to ignore offers of food, drink or treats.
Make sure you leave children only with people you know well and trust. Pay attention to any uncomfortable feelings you have about anyone.
Listen to children. Sometimes people threaten children inorder to keep their actions a secret. There must be a response to any indication from a child that something out of the ordinary is taking place.