Responsible Sitter Worksheet

Front

When accepting a babysitting job, it is not necessary to know the address and phone number of the place you will be sitting until you arrive.

Back

False

Front

Information about the house you will be babysitting in should include the location of windows and doors in case of fire.

Back

True

Front

If the child you are sitting for is 5 years or older, it is not necessary to ask parents about meals/snacks because the child can tell you.

Back

False

Front

If the parents tell you to spank the child you are babysitting if he/she misbehaves, then it is okay to do so.

Back

It is not okay to spank the child.

Front

Call your parents if the family you are babysitting for will be returning later than planned.

Back

True

Front

Babysitting teaches you decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Back

True

Front

You and your parents should have a "safety signal" or "sign" should there be a problem and you need your parents to come to the place you are sitting.

Back

True

Front

Information regarding the house where you will be sitting includes: mealtimes, playtimes, and bedtimes of the children you are babysitting.

Back

True

Front

It is important to know the location of emergency items including the fire extinguisher, flashlight, candles, matches, and a first aid kit.

Back

True

Front

If the phone rings, is it okay to tell the caller, "I'm the babysitter. Mr. and Mrs._____ aren't home right now. May I take a message?"

Back

It is not okay to say that.