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Independent travel

Independent travel is a young person’s ability to use transportation without continuous adult supervision while managing routine and unexpected situations safely.

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Public transportation safety for older children and teens

Public transportation safety for older children and teens

Build readiness before independent travel Readiness is more than knowing the route. An older child or teen should be able to pause, observe, and make a safer choice when something unexpected happens. Consider whether they can identify the correct stop, read route numbers or destination boards, follow a timetable or journey app, keep track of […]