Written for child caregivers, this booklet provides very basic information about child abuse and neglect, discusses early warnings that signal when a family is in trouble or when a child is at risk, and indicates how caregivers can helpfully intervene. Also suggested are ways caregivers might protect themselves against the charge of child abuse. Sections of the booklet concern: (1) recognizing child abuse; (2) interviewing and screening prospective employees and ongoing assessment of staff; (3) discipline and touch; (4) creating a written discipline and touch policy; (5) caring for a child who has been abused; and (6) a short program of self-defense for young children. The booklet contains numerous suggestions, such as teaching a very young child to memorize his or her telephone number by singing it to the tune of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star." (RH)