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Example language is included in this template, but the investigator should write this form in a way that best facilitates understanding for their participant population.\nA simple verbal explanation of what will happen to the child should be presented to them.\nVerbal assent does not require a signature from the child.\nPlease refer to the Children in Research FAQ page on the HRPP website for additional information and guidance.\nHi [insert name of child], I am [insert name of researcher]. I talked to your mom/dad and they said that it was okay if you talk with me today. I am trying to learn something about how kids [insert simple description of study purpose]. Would you like to help me with this?\nIf it’s ok with you, I will ask you to [insert simple description of study activities in one or two sentences].\nYou do not have to do it if you do not want to. You can also tell me or your parents if you want to stop and nobody will get mad at you. Does this sound like it would be something you would like to do?  Thank you.\nAssent obtained by:\t\t____________________________________________________________\t\t\t\t\tSignature\t\t\t\tPrinted Name and Title","cbCaisrUTwAH87M9","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaisrUTwAH87M9","docx",31313,"English","# Participant Information\n## Investigator Guidance\n## Assent Conversation Prompts\n## Assent Obtained Record","[{\"question\":\"Who is this assent script recommended for?\",\"answer\":\"It is recommended for children under the age of 7 when assent is determined to be appropriate for the participant.\"},{\"question\":\"Is a signature required for verbal assent in this template?\",\"answer\":\"No. Verbal assent does not require a signature from the child.\"},{\"question\":\"What should the investigator communicate to the child?\",\"answer\":\"The investigator should provide a simple verbal explanation of what will happen, using the child-friendly description of the study’s purpose and activities, and confirm the child’s willingness to help.\"}]","Under 7 Assent Script Template | DOCX"]