For this sign, the most important characteristic is the color red, as most preschoolers cannot read. Red in general means stop when dealing with traffic matters.
This sign is yellow with a black “X” in the middle. Look both ways (left and right) and listen for an oncoming train. Yellow means be careful when used on street signs and traffic symbols.
This sign is also red, with one white stripe in the center. It is a circle.
Probably the most easily understandable for children, this sign has a silhouette of a mother and child crossing the street. This means it is a safe place to walk, but it is still important to look both ways to check for cars.
According to Teaching Strategies Inc., young children learn well through activities and games. Make symbols for each sign. For example, hold hands out straight, palms up for a “Stop Sign.” Hold out images of the signs and have the students act them out.