Teach Kids What To Do Around Firearms
The National Children’s Gun Safety Program™ helps children understand how to respond safely if they encounter a firearm - using simple lessons taught by Ollie the Owl.
LEARN HOW IT WORKS
A Simple Program Focused on Prevention
The National Children’s Gun Safety Program™ provides age-appropriate education that helps children recognize unsafe situations and take the right steps to protect themselves.
The program uses clear messaging and engaging materials featuring Ollie the Owl™ to help children understand what to do if they ever encounter a firearm.
➡️ Child-Friendly Learning
Lessons designed for young audiences using visual storytelling.
➡️ Clear Safety Steps
Memorable actions children can follow in real situations.
➡️ Community Partnership
Resources that support educators, families, and community leaders.
What Children Learn
STOP
Pause and recognize the situation.
DO NOT TOUCH
Never handle a firearm.
LEAVE THE AREA
Create distance immediately.
TELL A TRUSTED ADULT
Report the situation right away.
These simple steps help reinforce responsible decision-making and awareness.
Meet Ollie
Ollie the Owl™ helps make safety lessons engaging and memorable for children. Through stories, visual cues, and simple messaging, Ollie helps kids understand how to stay safe and what actions to take if they encounter a firearm.
The character was created to deliver important safety messages in a way that is approachable and easy for children to understand.
Why This Program Matters
Children may encounter firearms in homes, vehicles, or other environments. Early education helps them understand the importance of making safe choices and seeking help from a trusted adult.
Programs like this reinforce prevention through awareness and responsible behavior.
➡️ Promotes early safety awareness
➡️ Encourages responsible decision-making
➡️ Supports families, schools, and communities
Who This Program Supports
Schools and educators
Community organizations
Youth programs
Law enforcement and safety partners
Parents and caregivers
Bring the Program to Your Community
If your school, organization, or community group would like to learn more about implementing the National Children’s Gun Safety Program™, our team would be happy to connect.