Time To Test The Children (10)

Remember to test by way of exercise.
Location

Use the school premises or a quiet road near the school to do the test.

Method
  • You and the child must stand side by side when starting the test.
  • Explain that he/she must cross the road from one kerb or verge of the road to the other; walk along the opposite pavement; and return to the original position by crossing between parked cars.
  • When the child indicates that he/she understands the instruction, call for a demonstration.
  • Use the checklist below to mark the child’s progress in the test.
1.

Walking on the sidewalk

 
2.

Stopping at the kerb

 
3.

Looking and listening

 
4. Crossing  
5.

Looking and listening while crossing

 
6.

Walking on the sidewalk

 
7.

Stopping at the kerb

 
8.

Check cars

 
9.

Stop in line with cars

 
10.

Look and listen

 
11.

Walk straight across

 
12.

Looking and listening while crossing

 

 

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