Help your child stay safe, feel confident, and know who they are—with simple, loving steps.

Have you ever been in a public space and heard a tiny voice call out, “I lost my mommy!”? Your heart stops—for them and for whoever that mama is. I’ve seen it countless times in school settings too. One time, a sweet little boy in my class didn’t even know his own last name. He confidently said, “My name is Man-Man.” When I asked for his full name, he looked at me like I was speaking another language. That moment stuck with me.

Teaching our children who they are starts with personal information. It’s not just a safety issue—it’s a confidence booster. Knowing their full name, birthday, address, and parent contact information empowers them in school, at the doctor’s office, or in an emergency.

Why It Matters

Kids aren’t born knowing their name or where they live. That’s our job—and it’s one of the easiest and most important lessons we can teach. It prepares them for preschool, gives them language to use when they’re lost, and helps them feel proud of their identity.

3 Simple Ways to Start Teaching Personal Information

1. Make it a part of your routine.
During bath time or brushing teeth, ask:
“What’s your full name?”
“When’s your birthday?”
“Where do you live?”
Keep it casual, but consistent.

2. Use music and movement.
Kids love rhythm. Make up a song that includes their name, address, or your phone number. My granddaughter used to sing hers like a rap—“My name is Chelsea Moore, I’m four, and I live on Cedar Street!” It worked like a charm.

3. Get artsy.
Write their name out with crayons or glue it in glitter. Let them “sign” their masterpieces. Kids get excited when they see their name on something special—it helps reinforce spelling, identity, and confidence.

From the Classroom

One of my students couldn’t log into the classroom computer because he didn’t know his birthday. It was a small hiccup that turned into a teachable moment. We called home, got the correct date, and turned it into a celebration. From then on, we practiced birthdays as part of morning routine. It became a source of pride instead of confusion.

Final Encouragement

Mamas, daddies, aunties, grandparents—whoever you are to your little one—you are doing more than enough. Don’t worry if your child doesn’t know it all overnight. Keep practicing with patience and praise. They’ll get it. And when they do, they’ll carry that confidence into every classroom, playground, and grocery store aisle.

You’ve got this—and so do they. ❤️
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