from PBSKids.org.
Sometimes, it’s not "why" you’re crossing the road
that’s important, but rather, how you do it. Teach your kids the rules
of the road and they’ll be on the road to success.
IF YOU’RE TRAVELING FROM HERE TO
THERE, TRAVEL IN PAIRS Never allow
children under the age of 10 to cross the street alone. Adult
supervision is essential for very young children.
LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP Instruct
children to look left-right-left when crossing a street and to
continue looking as they cross. Children should never run into the
street.
BE A TEACHER, DON’T BE A PREACHER
Always model and teach proper
pedestrian behavior. Cross streets at a corner, using traffic signals
and crosswalks whenever possible. Make eye contact with drivers prior
to crossing in front of them. Don’t assume that because you can see
the driver, the driver can see you.
USE YOUR BRAIN, GO AGAINST THE
GRAIN Teach children to walk
facing traffic, as far to the left as possible, when sidewalks are not
available.
BE A STAR, SHINE BRIGHT AT NIGHT
Require children to wear light
colors and reflective materials. Carry a flashlight at dawn and dusk
or whenever it’s dark.
PLAY IN A SAFE PLACE TO KEEP A
SMILE ON YOUR FACE Don’t allow
children to play in driveways, unfenced yards, streets or active
parking lots.
ENJOY THE RIDE WITH SAFETY ON YOUR
SIDE Teach children to cross the
street at least 10 feet in front of the school bus so the bus driver
can see them from the cab of the bus. A child should only cross in
front of a bus when an adult tells him it’s safe to do so. Children
should wait with an adult on the same side of the street as the school
bus loading and unloading zone. |
