Help little ones learn an important safety lesson with Ares the Tickle Time Puppy!

In Ares and the Stranger, Ares is having a wonderful day at the park—running, jumping, and playing with his favorite red ball. But when his ball rolls near someone he doesn't know, Ares faces an important decision.

When the stranger invites Ares to come along for more toys, Ares remembers his simple safety rule:

STOP. STAY. TELL.

Through colorful illustrations, simple language, repetition, and an easy-to-remember safety message, young children learn that it's okay to say NO, move away, stay close to a trusted grown-up, and tell them when someone makes them feel unsure.

Designed especially for toddlers, preschoolers, and early learners, Tickle Time Safety Stories introduce important everyday safety concepts in a gentle, positive, and child-friendly way—without making safety feel scary.

Ares and the Stranger helps children practice:

Staying close to a trusted grown-up

Saying NO and moving away

Never following someone without permission

Telling a trusted grown-up what happened

Remembering STOP. STAY. TELL.

Building confidence in making safe choices

Listen along, repeat the safety words with Ares, and celebrate learning together!

Because little learners can learn BIG safety lessons.

Good listening! Good learning! Good job staying safe!

From Tickle Time Infant Learning—Tickle Time Safety Stories