Crossing Street Road Safety Social Story Activities worksheet - German version

Crossing Street Parking Lot Road Safety Social Story Activities - German version

This social story aims to educate children and individuals with special needs about road safety when crossing streets and parking lots. It provides a series of activities that can help reinforce the concepts and skills required for safe crossing.

Activity 1: Understanding Traffic Lights Objective: To familiarize individuals with the meaning of traffic lights.

Instructions: 1. Show pictures or use toy traffic lights to explain the different colors and their meanings. 2. Discuss what each color signifies: - Green means go - Yellow means prepare to stop - Red means stop 3. Role-play scenarios where individuals have to respond correctly to each light color. 4. Encourage participants to demonstrate their understanding by explaining what they should do when they see a specific light color.

Activity 2: Identifying Crosswalks Objective: To learn how to identify crosswalks and understand their purpose.

Instructions: 1. Take a walk around the neighborhood or school area, pointing out different crosswalks. 2. Explain that crosswalks are designated areas for pedestrians to safely cross roads. 3. Ask participants to identify various elements of a crosswalk, such as zebra stripes, pedestrian signs, or high-visibility markings. 4. Discuss why it is important to use crosswalks instead of crossing at random locations.

Activity 3: Practicing Stop, Look, Listen Objective: To practice the essential steps for safely crossing streets.