Winnie & Wally!

At Watch for Me CT, we believe the best way to keep our communities safe is by teaching safe habits early. Winnie’s role is to show grown-ups how important it is to lead by example, while her joey, Wally reminds us that little eyes are always watching and learning. Together, they help families talk about safety in a fun, memorable way.

PROTECTING KIDS

According to recommendations from both the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the National Center for Safe Routes to School children under 10 are not ready to cross the street alone and should not do so.

Young children often do not have the motor skills or cognitive abilities to safely navigate being near the road.

According to the American Association of Pediatrics (AAP), with a couple very limited exceptions, children under the age of 10 should never be near the road by themselves. Due to age-appropriate developmental limitations, children under the age of 10 can struggle with scanning for traffic, judging vehicle speed/distance, anticipating driver behavior, and determining if it is safe to cross the road.

Using the front yard as a play area can be dangerous, especially for younger children, because of the proximity to traffic and the risk of driveway backovers. Play away from vehicles!

As children get a little older and their brains develop further, they gain the skills needed to safely navigate the road.

In addition to the developmental milestones, in late elementary and middle school, kids will have practiced safe behavior near the road with parents, responsible older siblings, or other trusted adults. This supervised practice teaches kids what they are supposed to do and models correct behavior for them to copy when they are by themselves.

Model Good Behavior – Children watch their parents and other adults (and older siblings) in their lives. Modelling safe behavior can help teach kids what they are supposed to do.

Supervise! – Consider your child’s age and maturity level before reducing supervision. While the 10-year-old number is a good benchmark, every kid is different and that’s ok!

Consider the Surroundings – For older children, the type of road factors into how much supervision your child needs. A quiet cul-de-sac is generally much safer than a busy state route.

Be Visible – Make sure that your child is wearing bright or reflective clothing, even during the day. Pedestrians are the smallest road users so it is important to do whatever you can to be as visible as possible.

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🚸 Have you ever wondered what a road sign would say if it could talk? The signs around us are designed to communicate with drivers and pedestrians, helping everyone navigate the road safely.

Listen along to this animated video to hear what one sign has to share. You may find yourself paying a little more attention to the signs around you after this! 👀🔊

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It’s Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day! 🚶‍♀️🚲

Today is a great opportunity for students and families to choose an active way to get to school while practicing safe habits along the way. Whether you walk, bike or roll, remember to stay alert, use crosswalks and watch for one another.

Let’s make every trip to school a safe one!

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As the days get shorter and the sun sets earlier, remember to help drivers see you when you’re walking or biking. Wear bright or reflective clothing and use a light or flashlight to stay visible after dark.

A little extra visibility can make a big difference.

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On Saturday, November 14, communities will come together to honor those killed and injured in road traffic crashes as part of World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.

The 2026 U.S. theme, Invest in Safety, Not Speed, calls attention to the proven tools that can help prevent serious crashes, including safer street design, appropriate speed limits, speed safety cameras and Intelligent Speed Assistance.

Join us at Norwalk City Hall as we remember those affected by traffic violence and stand together for safer streets.
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 1–2:30 p.m.
📍 Norwalk City Hall

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🍂 The days are getting shorter — and that means more people are traveling in the dark.
During your morning and evening commute, take an extra moment to look for pedestrians, bicyclists, children waiting for the bus and neighbors out walking their dogs. 🚶‍♀️🚲🐕

Slow down at crosswalks and stay alert. And remember: never pass a school bus when its stop sign is out and lights are flashing. 🚌

A few extra seconds of attention can help everyone get where they’re going safely. 💛

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October is Pedestrian Safety Month! Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing important tips, information and resources to help everyone stay safe while walking and traveling in our communities.

Check out our page throughout the month for pedestrian safety resources and ways we can all help create safer streets for everyone.

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