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Tips for Teaching Kids How to be Safe Pedestrians
- Children under 10 should never cross the street alone. Hold the hand of an adult when crossing.
- Older children should always cross streets at the corner, using traffic signals and crosswalks whenever possible.
- Stop at the curb or the edge of the road before crossing the street.
- Look left, right and left again for traffic before crossing, even if crossing with the light. Continue to look while crossing. Watch for cars that are turning or backing up.
- Make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them. Don’t assume that because you can see the driver, the driver can see you.
- Wear bright-colored clothing during the day. When walking at dawn, dusk or in bad weather, carry a flashlight and incorporate retro-reflective materials on clothing, footwear and accessories. Children should never walk without adult supervision at night.
- Do not run into the street or run while crossing.
- Walk facing traffic, as far to the left as possible, when sidewalks are not available.
- Do not play in driveways, unfenced yards, streets or parking lots.
- Cross the street at least 10 feet in front of a school bus.
For more information, contact:
The National SAFE KIDS Campaign
www.safekids.org
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