5 Steps For Safe Kids: How To Cross The Street Safely

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5 Steps For Safe KidsHow To Cross The Street
Safely

• By Mrs. Guerrero

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The 5 Steps

• 1. Stop
• 2. Look Both Ways
• 3. Listen for Traffic
• 4. Wait until street is clear and all traffic has
  stopped
• 5. Make eye contact with drivers to be sure they
  see you

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Important Things To Remember
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Beware Of Intersection Without Lights
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• Be extra alert when crossing at the corner with
  no traffic lights

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Know The Stopping Zones
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• Be sure to stop at driveways, alleys and areas
  without curbs.
• DONT RUN OUT TO THE STREET!

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Dont Cross Alone
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• Always be accompanied by an adult or someone
  older than you when crossing the street

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Help Drivers See You Better
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• Wear reflective or colorful clothing to be more
  visible to drivers

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Sidewalks Are Safest
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• Always walk on the sidewalk
• If there arent any sidewalks, walk as far away
  from traffic as you can

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Stay Away From Parked Cars
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• DANGER!!!
• DONT EVER WALK BETWEEN PARKED CARS

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RAILWAY CROSSINGS ARE DEADLY
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• Only way to cross a railway is to use the
  designated crossings
• DONT EVER PLAY GAMES AT RAILWAY CROSSINGS!

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REMEMBER!!

• ALWAYS THINK SAFE
• BE SAFE!

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Indiana Standards Addressed

• K.2.4 Explain the meaning of basic signs,
  symbols, and warning labels.
• K.3.6 Demonstrate safety skills to avoid injury.
• K.5.1 Demonstrate and understanding of rules,
  regulations, and safety practices.

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Resources

• www.statefarm.com/educate/safeless.htm
• www.helpkeepkidssafe.org
• www.frpd.org/cppu/child.htm
• http//www.wsdot.wa.gov/walk/Safety_Tips.htm
• www.indianastandards.org