A little boy was in his own home
While his mommy went to the store
He heard a sound. Someone was knocking
Someone knocking at the door
The little boy knew not to answer
For a stranger may be there
The boy had learned some rules of safety
So he sat still in his chair

Stay away from any stranger. Never stop to say hello
Stay away from any stranger. Find an adult that you know

A little girl was outside walking
Down the sidewalk of her street
A strange red car pulled up beside her
Probably well within ten feet
The driver then rolled down his window
Waved and said a kind hello
The little girl, she took off running
This was someone she didn't know

Stay away from any stranger. Never stop to say hello
Stay away from any stranger. Find an adult that you know

A little boy was doing some shopping
To get himself a brand new toy
A stranger stopped offering him money
Saying, "You're a very special boy."
The boy did run to find his father
Shopping in the other aisle
The boy was smart. He truly listened
To the rule we sing to you, now

Stay away from any stranger. Never stop to say hello
Stay away from any stranger. Find an adult that you know

 

 

Many thanks to John Buchanan for permission to display these lyrics.
© John Buchanan. All rights reserved. Used with permission.

     John Buchanan is a CDA rep from Southwestern PA who has visited hundreds of Head Start and Day Care centers throughout the U.S.A.  John has conducted many music programs and workshops as a performer and/or instructor for children, parents and early childhood teachers at festivals, conferences and seminars.  John has recorded seven CD's with over 300 songs for young children (many which are original).  
     The Safety CD is John's most recent production providing safety lyrics to familiar tunes. John's safety songs give parents and children the opportunity to listen together and discuss related ideas, activities, crafts, songs, etc. that may prevent accidents and save lives.

     A special THANK YOU to Morgan Berardi, who added the child's vocals to this CD.