Keeping track of your kid in a crowd

Keeping track of kids at an amusement park or other crowded venue is a roller coaster ride in itself. A parent’s biggest fear? Losing a little one in the melee.

▪ Dress in bright colors: Neon green. Notice-me yellow. Fluorescent blue that screams “I’m here!” Dress your kids to stand out from the crowd, instead of in typical character tees or sports jerseys.

▪ Keep phone numbers handy. Younger kids should have your name and cellphone number written on a piece of paper slipped into their pocket.

▪ Take a family photo before you go: Gather everyone once you’re all dressed and ready to leave home. If you do lose any kids, you won’t need to explain explain what they look like and what they’re wearing. Chicago Tribune

This story was originally published May 18, 2015 at 2:53 PM with the headline "Keeping track of your kid in a crowd."