Can your kid be alone?
When I was a kid, my mom allowed me to be alone at home when I turned 11. Now that I have a kid of my own, I do not even know when I could leave him alone at home.
When I asked my mom, here are some pointers that she gave me in order to find out if my kid can do it alone:
1. If he feels comfortable with the prospect of staying alone.
2. If he has a sense of responsibility with chores, homework and can follow rules and directions.
3. If he stays calm in difficult situations and can handle them correctly.
4. Knows first aid.
5. Can stay away from strangers.