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Walking to School: How To Keep Children Safe

#AskJillianCarrington There is still time to enjoy the warm weather and outdoor activities of summer, but for families with school-age children, it’s time to begin planning for the start of another school year. Between trips to the stores to shop for shoes, clothing and school supplies, parents should take the time to make certain their children understand how to stay safe as they make their way to and from school each day. One study found that 51 percent of teenaged pedestrians reported being hit or nearly hit by motor vehicles while walking, which highlights the importance of teaching children the ... Read more