Class 4 English NCERT Book Chapter 3 Be Smart, Be Safe

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 Be Smart , Be Safe Road safety tips for little feet
Dear Children,
Namaste! How are you all? I’m sure you are happy and 
safe, and enjoying school. Some of you reach school on 
foot, some by bicycle and others by bus.
You may have noticed that there is often 
a lot of traffic on roads. Roads can be busy 
and,  at times, dangerous. We, the traffic 
police, are here to keep you safe on the roads. So, we 
want to share some important safety tips to help you 
stay safe while walking on, or crossing, the streets.
By following these simple rules, you can keep yourself 
safe and help us keep the roads accident-free. Let’s work 
together to make our roads safer for everyone.
Stay safe & be  careful,
With Best Wishes,
The Traffic Police
Bharat
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Let us Read
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 Be Smart , Be Safe Road safety tips for little feet
Dear Children,
Namaste! How are you all? I’m sure you are happy and 
safe, and enjoying school. Some of you reach school on 
foot, some by bicycle and others by bus.
You may have noticed that there is often 
a lot of traffic on roads. Roads can be busy 
and,  at times, dangerous. We, the traffic 
police, are here to keep you safe on the roads. So, we 
want to share some important safety tips to help you 
stay safe while walking on, or crossing, the streets.
By following these simple rules, you can keep yourself 
safe and help us keep the roads accident-free. Let’s work 
together to make our roads safer for everyone.
Stay safe & be  careful,
With Best Wishes,
The Traffic Police
Bharat
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Santoor  Grade 4
When you need to cross the 
road, look for a black and white 
strip which is known as “Zebra 
Crossing”.  Look right, then left, 
again right to ensure that no 
vehicles are coming. Cross only 
when it’s safe.
Footpaths are meant for 
pedestrians. Always walk on 
them and stay away from 
moving vehicles.
Traffic lights are installed on 
very busy roads to regulate 
movement. Wait for the 
pedestrian signal to turn green 
before crossing. Never run 
across the road. It’s safer to 
walk calmly!
Rule 1: Alw Ays Use The Zebr A Crossing Rule 3: w Alk o n The Foo Tp AThs Rule 2: Follow The Tr AFFi C l igh Ts Chapter 3.indd   26 13-Mar-25   3:58:20 PM
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Let us Read
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 Be Smart , Be Safe Road safety tips for little feet
Dear Children,
Namaste! How are you all? I’m sure you are happy and 
safe, and enjoying school. Some of you reach school on 
foot, some by bicycle and others by bus.
You may have noticed that there is often 
a lot of traffic on roads. Roads can be busy 
and,  at times, dangerous. We, the traffic 
police, are here to keep you safe on the roads. So, we 
want to share some important safety tips to help you 
stay safe while walking on, or crossing, the streets.
By following these simple rules, you can keep yourself 
safe and help us keep the roads accident-free. Let’s work 
together to make our roads safer for everyone.
Stay safe & be  careful,
With Best Wishes,
The Traffic Police
Bharat
Chapter 3.indd   25 13-Mar-25   3:58:20 PM
26
Santoor  Grade 4
When you need to cross the 
road, look for a black and white 
strip which is known as “Zebra 
Crossing”.  Look right, then left, 
again right to ensure that no 
vehicles are coming. Cross only 
when it’s safe.
Footpaths are meant for 
pedestrians. Always walk on 
them and stay away from 
moving vehicles.
Traffic lights are installed on 
very busy roads to regulate 
movement. Wait for the 
pedestrian signal to turn green 
before crossing. Never run 
across the road. It’s safer to 
walk calmly!
Rule 1: Alw Ays Use The Zebr A Crossing Rule 3: w Alk o n The Foo Tp AThs Rule 2: Follow The Tr AFFi C l igh Ts Chapter 3.indd   26 13-Mar-25   3:58:20 PM
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If you are walking on a road 
in the evening, stick some 
reflective stickers on your 
clothes, so that the drivers can 
see you clearly.
If you are walking near the 
road, always hold an adult’s 
hand, especially while crossing 
the road.
Rule 5: Use r e Fle CTive s Ti Ckers i n The DArk Rule 4: h ol D An ADUl T’s h An D
Do not play or get distracted 
near roads. Also, avoid using 
headphones or mobile phones 
while walking near traffic. These 
can distract you from traffic 
sounds.
Rule 6: b e Aler T
New w ord S
pedestrian  footpath  reflective  distract
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Let us Read
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 Be Smart , Be Safe Road safety tips for little feet
Dear Children,
Namaste! How are you all? I’m sure you are happy and 
safe, and enjoying school. Some of you reach school on 
foot, some by bicycle and others by bus.
You may have noticed that there is often 
a lot of traffic on roads. Roads can be busy 
and,  at times, dangerous. We, the traffic 
police, are here to keep you safe on the roads. So, we 
want to share some important safety tips to help you 
stay safe while walking on, or crossing, the streets.
By following these simple rules, you can keep yourself 
safe and help us keep the roads accident-free. Let’s work 
together to make our roads safer for everyone.
Stay safe & be  careful,
With Best Wishes,
The Traffic Police
Bharat
Chapter 3.indd   25 13-Mar-25   3:58:20 PM
26
Santoor  Grade 4
When you need to cross the 
road, look for a black and white 
strip which is known as “Zebra 
Crossing”.  Look right, then left, 
again right to ensure that no 
vehicles are coming. Cross only 
when it’s safe.
Footpaths are meant for 
pedestrians. Always walk on 
them and stay away from 
moving vehicles.
Traffic lights are installed on 
very busy roads to regulate 
movement. Wait for the 
pedestrian signal to turn green 
before crossing. Never run 
across the road. It’s safer to 
walk calmly!
Rule 1: Alw Ays Use The Zebr A Crossing Rule 3: w Alk o n The Foo Tp AThs Rule 2: Follow The Tr AFFi C l igh Ts Chapter 3.indd   26 13-Mar-25   3:58:20 PM
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Be Smart, Be Safe
If you are walking on a road 
in the evening, stick some 
reflective stickers on your 
clothes, so that the drivers can 
see you clearly.
If you are walking near the 
road, always hold an adult’s 
hand, especially while crossing 
the road.
Rule 5: Use r e Fle CTive s Ti Ckers i n The DArk Rule 4: h ol D An ADUl T’s h An D
Do not play or get distracted 
near roads. Also, avoid using 
headphones or mobile phones 
while walking near traffic. These 
can distract you from traffic 
sounds.
Rule 6: b e Aler T
New w ord S
pedestrian  footpath  reflective  distract
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Santoor  Grade 4
A. Answer the following.
 1. What should you do before crossing a road?
 2. Why should you not play on the footpath?
 3. Why should you hold an adult’s hand while 
crossing the road?
Let us Think
A. True or False.
 1. You should always walk on the 
footpath.      .....................
 2. It is safe to run while crossing 
the road.      .....................
 3. You should use the zebra 
crossing to cross the road.  .....................
 4. Wearing dark clothes in the 
evening makes you more visible. .....................
 5. It is safe to play near the road. .....................
 6. You should wear headphones 
while walking on the road.  .....................
C. Encircle the correct option.
 1. What should you do before crossing a road?
  a) Run quickly
  b) Stop, look right, then left, again right
  c) Close your eyes
Let us Learn
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Let us Read
3
 Be Smart , Be Safe Road safety tips for little feet
Dear Children,
Namaste! How are you all? I’m sure you are happy and 
safe, and enjoying school. Some of you reach school on 
foot, some by bicycle and others by bus.
You may have noticed that there is often 
a lot of traffic on roads. Roads can be busy 
and,  at times, dangerous. We, the traffic 
police, are here to keep you safe on the roads. So, we 
want to share some important safety tips to help you 
stay safe while walking on, or crossing, the streets.
By following these simple rules, you can keep yourself 
safe and help us keep the roads accident-free. Let’s work 
together to make our roads safer for everyone.
Stay safe & be  careful,
With Best Wishes,
The Traffic Police
Bharat
Chapter 3.indd   25 13-Mar-25   3:58:20 PM
26
Santoor  Grade 4
When you need to cross the 
road, look for a black and white 
strip which is known as “Zebra 
Crossing”.  Look right, then left, 
again right to ensure that no 
vehicles are coming. Cross only 
when it’s safe.
Footpaths are meant for 
pedestrians. Always walk on 
them and stay away from 
moving vehicles.
Traffic lights are installed on 
very busy roads to regulate 
movement. Wait for the 
pedestrian signal to turn green 
before crossing. Never run 
across the road. It’s safer to 
walk calmly!
Rule 1: Alw Ays Use The Zebr A Crossing Rule 3: w Alk o n The Foo Tp AThs Rule 2: Follow The Tr AFFi C l igh Ts Chapter 3.indd   26 13-Mar-25   3:58:20 PM
27
Be Smart, Be Safe
If you are walking on a road 
in the evening, stick some 
reflective stickers on your 
clothes, so that the drivers can 
see you clearly.
If you are walking near the 
road, always hold an adult’s 
hand, especially while crossing 
the road.
Rule 5: Use r e Fle CTive s Ti Ckers i n The DArk Rule 4: h ol D An ADUl T’s h An D
Do not play or get distracted 
near roads. Also, avoid using 
headphones or mobile phones 
while walking near traffic. These 
can distract you from traffic 
sounds.
Rule 6: b e Aler T
New w ord S
pedestrian  footpath  reflective  distract
Chapter 3.indd   27 13-Mar-25   3:58:21 PM
28
Santoor  Grade 4
A. Answer the following.
 1. What should you do before crossing a road?
 2. Why should you not play on the footpath?
 3. Why should you hold an adult’s hand while 
crossing the road?
Let us Think
A. True or False.
 1. You should always walk on the 
footpath.      .....................
 2. It is safe to run while crossing 
the road.      .....................
 3. You should use the zebra 
crossing to cross the road.  .....................
 4. Wearing dark clothes in the 
evening makes you more visible. .....................
 5. It is safe to play near the road. .....................
 6. You should wear headphones 
while walking on the road.  .....................
C. Encircle the correct option.
 1. What should you do before crossing a road?
  a) Run quickly
  b) Stop, look right, then left, again right
  c) Close your eyes
Let us Learn
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 2. Where should you walk near the road?
  a) On the footpath
  b) On the road
  c) In the middle of the vehicles
 3.  Why should you avoid using headphones on 
the road?
  a) It looks bad
  b) It makes you run faster
  c) It can distract you from traffic sounds
D.  Identify the following symbols and write their 
meanings.
Help box
•  School ahead •  No honking
•  No littering •  Ladies restroom
•  Gents restroom •  Right turn
•  Handicapped •  No left turn
•  Drive slow •  Danger ahead
•  U turn
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