Pedestrian education
The pedestrian safety unit is designed for the elementary PE classroom. It was created in collaboration with PE teachers, is aligned with Oregon Department of Education elementary PE standards, and uses games and movement to teach pedestrian safety skills. The unit comes with a book of lesson plans, with separate plans using the same physical materials for grades K-2 and 3-5. It also comes with a set of road signs and vinyl roads to lay out on a gym floor or blacktop. The lessons are designed to be taught in six 30-minute class periods but can be adapted to be taught in fewer.
How it works: Train the Trainer
Safe Routes to School staff provide initial training to teachers, then offer in-class support as teachers begin instructing students. Staff are available to observe teachers in class, offer feedback, and help respond to questions.
Pedestrian education curriculum
This pedestrian curriculum teaches student about what to look for and how to walk safely on city streets. It equips teachers with resources and questions to bring these lessons into their classrooms. Please see the full curriculum linked below.
Bring pedestrian safety education to your school
If your school is interested in offering pedestrian safety education through a health or physical education class, our staff can provide free train-the-trainer education.
For more information, please reach out to us at saferoutes@portlandoregon.gov.