Heads or tails - Behaviours in cars statements - Stage 1
Heads or tails
Behaviours in cars statements
Choose statements at random from the statements below.
Gameplay:
Students stand up.
If they agree to a statement, place hands on head.
If they disagree, place their hands on their bottom.
If they are unsure or don’t know, place their hands on hips.
Ask students to justify their choices. What makes you say this? Why did you decide this?
Children should sit in the front seat. NO
Everyone must wear a seatbelt when travelling in the car. YES
If you are six years old you must sit in a booster seat. YES
The back door closest to the footpath is usually the safest door to get out of the car.
YES
An adult doesn’t need to check your seatbelt is done up. NO
If there aren’t enough seatbelts, you don’t have to wear one. NO
A baby must be buckled up in a car seat which faces backwards. YES
You could cause the driver to have a crash if you distract them. YES
Using the ‘Safety Door’ to exit and enter a car is a safe thing to do. YES
Keeping toys and luggage on the back seat of a car is a safe thing to do. NO
A seatbelt will protect you even if it doesn’t fit correctly. NO
It’s OK to take your seatbelt off when you have a sleep in the car. NO
If you’re going on a short trip you don’t need to wear a seatbelt. NO
You should always wear a correctly fitted seatbelt. YES
If you sit between other people in the back seat, you will be safe without your
seatbelt. NO
It’s is OK to share a seatbelt with another passenger. NO
You should plan activities to take on long trips. YES
It’s is a good idea to play loud music to keep everyone awake and entertained on
long trips. NO
Children can use a cushion instead of a booster seat. NO
Sharp or loose objects should be properly packed. YES
The back seat is the safest place to be a passenger. YES
The driver can talk on their mobile phone if it’s a quick phone call. NO