With the Easter holidays fast approaching, and better weather and lighter evenings on the horizon, now is a great time for parents and carers to begin supporting their children on their journey to becoming safer, independent pedestrians.

Oxfordshire County Council’s child pedestrian Road Safety scheme, Footsteps, has been improved with the addition of a series of short videos to be used alongside the step-by-step guide. By following the guide and videos, parents and carers can support their children to become safer, more confident pedestrians. Rather than telling children what to do, parents are encouraged to ask lots of open questions to make the children think about the decisions they are making. Making these decisions safely while in the company of a supporting adult will mean they will be better prepared for dealing with roads and traffic once they begin going out on their own.

Here is the link to the guide and videos: OCC Footsteps (pedestrian safety guides and videos)