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Knock, Wait, and Get Help

Respect ordinary privacy. Keep urgent help reachable.

15 minutes to prepare and practiceFree · Two-page fillable PDF

Companion to Teaching Children to Knock and Respect a Closed Door.

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Example: a child knocks at a bedroom, waits for “come in,” and uses a shared charger shelf rather than entering for supplies.

01Name the doors

Decide what ordinary privacy means in your home.

02Practice entry

Teach the response after the knock.

03Keep help available

State the exception without frightening the child.

04Reduce interruptions

Fix access and review the actual habit.