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You get off the school bus and need to cross. Where should you never walk?

Never walk behind the bus. Cross way out in front where the driver sees you.

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  1. Behind the bus ✔
  2. Far out in front of the bus
  3. On the sidewalk

Why: The driver can't see you behind the bus. Walk way out in front, make sure the driver sees you, then cross.

Huh, didn't know that: If you drop something near the bus, tell the driver instead of bending down to grab it.

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Answer: Behind the bus. The driver can't see you behind the bus. Walk way out in front, make sure the driver sees you, then cross.

  1. Car and Bus Safety (KidsHealth for Kids) kidshealth.org/en/kids/car-safety.html
    After you exit the bus, never walk behind it.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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