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Graduated supervision

A teaching approach that gradually reduces adult help as a child demonstrates reliable street-crossing skills in different situations.

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Teaching children how to cross busy streets safely

Teaching children how to cross busy streets safely

Why busy streets are challenging for children Children do not process traffic risks in the same way as adults. A young child may understand that cars are dangerous but still struggle to judge whether a vehicle is moving toward them, how quickly it is approaching, or whether a driver has seen them. Height can also […]