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Until about what age should kids cross the street with a grown-up?

Until about age 10. Younger kids should cross with an adult.

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  1. Age 10 ✔
  2. Age 5
  3. Age 16

Why: Most kids can't judge how fast and far away cars are until about age 10. Holding a grown-up's hand keeps you safe.

Huh, didn't know that: Even with a grown-up, look left, right and left again before you cross.

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Answer: Age 10. Most kids can't judge how fast and far away cars are until about age 10. Holding a grown-up's hand keeps you safe.

  1. Pedestrian Safety Tips (Safe Kids Worldwide) www.safekids.org/tip/pedestrian-safety-tips
    Children under 10 need to cross the street with an adult.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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