Wheels Day / Chalk Road Town
Chalk Road Town
Children draw roads, roundabouts and crossings in chalk, then take turns acting as cars, pedestrians and traffic lights.
How to run it
- Draw a road layout together with roundabouts, crossings and parking spaces.
- Add toy signs or card signs at key spots.
- Children take roles as drivers, walkers, crossing helpers and traffic lights.
- Swap roles so everyone has a turn.
You will need
- chalk
- card road signs
- ride-on toys (optional)
Make it easier or harderOlder children can map a whole town with shops and design their own signs.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 5Role-playing a town builds understanding of community rules and road safety.
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