Kids' Bill of Rights

A child has the right to have a parent(s) or guardian(s) who care(s) about him/her.

A child has the right to live without physical or verbal abuse, including criticism and yelling.

A child has the right to eat three meals a day, wear clean, warm clothing, and have a roof over his head.

A child has the right to privacy as soon as he/she requests it.

A child has the right to an education (with or without a home, birth certificate, or immunizations) where he/she will be treated as equal to his peers and respected by adults.

A child has the right to an education without verbal or physical abuse from adults or peers.

A child has the right to ask questions so she/he can learn about the world.

A child has the right to be disciplined without violence.

A child has the right to be included in a group no matter what his race, religion, or handicap.

A child has the right to live in a safe environment.

A child has the right to live without being sexually molested, sexually harassed, or used in any way.


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