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Children are at an increased risk for pedestrian injury and
death. This is because the traffic rules and risks often are beyond their
thinking, developmental, behavioral, physical, and sensory abilities. In
addition, parents and caregivers often overestimate their child's traffic
skills. Bobby and Mandee's Be a Safe Pedestrian is an
excellent resource to help kids easily learn the basics of pedestrian safety. Topics include the definition of a pedestrian, types of
intersections, making eye contact with drivers, and much more. In the words of
the author: "I've written a book to help child-pedestrians stay safe and avoid
accidents."
About the author
Robert Kahn has a Master's Degree in Education. It was during Kahn's tenure as a sixth grade teacher that he became concerned about the safety issues that involve children and decided to become a Deputy Sheriff to help educate and protect our youth from harm. He started a Stranger Danger program in local schools and community service organizations. Local law enforcement credits this program in foiling over 40 attempted abductions by strangers. To-date, Robert has given over 20,000 presentations covering 15 different topics on children's safety issues. All of his books are told in the voice of his own children, Bobby and Mandee! Kahn's daughter Mandee is the main character although Bobby plays a very important role in the books. As a high-functioning autistic, "If he can understand the books, anybody can!" Kahn stresses the books simplicity so that anyone can benefit from them. Using simple language, the books introduce the concepts and then provide tips on how to deal with them.
