i]"Unfortunately the only way to teach children that it's not safe out here is to let them get hurt sometimes. You just make sure that it's minor.
Cut fingers, burns and bruises teach. "[/i]
The advice above should be avoided at all costs ...
Tom
Even though I would never put a child in harm's way if it could be avoided, I think there is a kernel of truth in Leigh's post.
Despite the best instruction, demonstration, practice and positive reinforcement, some kids just don't believe tools and fires are really dangerous until they have a close brush with them.
My $0.02.
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