Bulldog Security Publications
by Dr. Nicholas Cooley, PhD
“ELLIE AND THE SHINY SURPRISE” (Ages 6–8)
Word Count: ~ 700
Reading Level: Early Elementary
SUMMARY
Ellie and her friend Max are playing in the garage when they discover something shiny on a shelf, a real gun. Ellie remembers her teacher’s rule: “STOP. DON’T TOUCH. RUN AWAY. TELL A GROWN-UP.”
She gets help, and her dad teaches them why guns are never toys.
CORE LESSON:
• Never touch or play with a gun.
• Tell an adult immediately.
• Adults are responsible for firearm safety.
EDUCATIONAL FEATURES:
• Simple dialogue for read-aloud learning
• Colorful illustrations
• Printable “Safety Rules” poster
• Parent discussion questions
Nicholas Cooley, PhD, is a nationally recognized security-industry educator, consultant, and author specializing in private security, private investigations, and professional firearms training.
Dr. Nicholas Cooley, PhD, is a nationally recognized security-industry educator, consultant, and author specializing in private security, private investigations, and professional firearms training. He is the owner of Bulldog Training Academy & Consultants and has decades of experience developing compliant, real-world training programs for security officers, supervisors, and investigators.