Ricky and Kyle are building a casle of blocks together in their kindergarten class. Ricky is building the turrets and Kyle is building the moat. Laura and Kyle are sitting next to each other and are drawing pictures. Periodically, they will trade crayons and comment on the others picture.
The National SAFEKIDS Campaign recommends that no child under the age of 12 be left at home alone. However, consider a child's age and maturity level. For example, if a child is extremely impulsive, it might be best to wait until he or she is older than 12.There appear to be very few states with specific regulations about the age of a child left at home alone.or example, if a child is extremely impulsive, it might be best to wait until he or she is older than 12. There appear to be very few states with specific regulations about the age of a child left at home alone.
The National SAFE KIDS Campaign recommends that children not be left alone before the age of 12. If you have a child younger than 12 who you feel is mature enough to be home alone, you might prefer to follow the guidance below. Children 8 years old and younger should never be left home alone.