Health Tip: Teach Kids About Pedestrian Safety

By Diana Kohnle, HealthDay Reporter


(HealthDay News) -- To help keep kids safe while they're walking to school, a friend's house or just around town, be sure to discuss pedestrian safety.


The Safekids.org website offers this advice:



  • Explain basic safety pedestrian rules, including walking on the sidewalk or path, and only crossing the street at a corner or crosswalk.

  • Tell your child to put away any electronic device while walking, making sure to look both ways before crossing a street.

  • Don't allow a child under age 10 to cross the street without an adult.

  • Make sure your child knows to make eye contact with drivers, and to be on the lookout for cars turning or backing up.


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