OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaBefore you cross the street, you always need to stop, look left, look right, and look left again! This helps you see if any cars or bikes are coming your way. Crossing the street safely is one of the most important skills you can learn.
You should never run into the street without checking first, even if your ball rolls away. It is best to hold a grownup’s hand when you walk across the road. Cross at a crosswalk or a corner where drivers can see you easily!
Staying alert and looking both ways keeps you safe from fast-moving cars. Never walk and look at a screen at the same time near a street. Wear bright colors so drivers can see you, especially when it is getting dark outside!
- The first traffic light was installed in 1914, and it only had red and green lights!
- Crosswalks with painted white lines help both drivers and walkers know the safest place to cross.
- In some countries, crosswalk signals make fun sounds to help people who cannot see know when it is safe to walk!
