Travel Training Part 1 Pedestrian Skills Participation in our discussion and activities Respect of others thoughts and opinions Stay until the class is finished Please turn your cell phones off Please feel free to ask questions at any time ID: 773092
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Travel Training Part 1: Pedestrian Skills
Participation in our discussion and activities Respect of other’s thoughts and opinionsStay until the class is finishedPlease turn your cell phones offPlease feel free to ask questions at any time Expectations for today:
Class Discussion BreakGo outside and practice skillsReturn to classroom DiscussionAny questions?Wrap-up Today’s Schedule
To get a basic understanding of pedestrian skills and safety when walking around your neighborhood This is the first step in learning how to get around – learning to use Liftline or the bus can be the next step for those interested. Purpose of today:
What would you do if you could get around more independently? Take walks in your neighborhood?Go to work?Meet friends? Why learn these skills?
Bring your ID and emergency contact info Dress for the weather Bring your cell phone and be sure it is on and chargedDo you need to bring any medication?Should you bring money with you?Personal safety – what should you do if someone makes you uncomfortable? What is appropriate conversation with community members? Do not stop in the road! Safety when traveling:
We need to know how to get around the community safely. Do you know these signs & signals?Traffic Signs & Signals
Before we go outside and cross the street, let’s talk about step-by-step directions. How would you explain how to cross the street to someone who has never done it before? Crossing the Street
If you hear a teacher tell you to “STOP”, please stay where you are! Important:
Let’s Practice!!
What observations did you make? What surprised you?How would this be different in your neighborhood?How do you keep your focus when out in the community?How can you practice these skills? How did it go?