In 2001, 669 children ages 14 and under died from pedestrian injuries. One-fifth of all traffic fatalities among children ages 14 and under is pedestrian-related. Begin teaching your child at an early age the importance of pedestrian safety! Knowing how to cross the street, how to read pedestrian safety signs, and where not to play are all things children should know to stay safe! The activities, video clips, games, and other resources below will help keep your child safe in driveways and neighborhoods!
Learning your safety signs is just one part of pedestrian safety. Check out the tips below to learn more
Do not cross the street alone if you are younger than 10 years old.
Cross at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.
Look left, right, and then left again before crossing.
Walk facing traffic.
Do not play in driveways, streets, parking lots or unfenced yards by the street.
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The activities, games and videos below help kids learn their pedestrian safety signs and tips!