What are pedestrian signals?

Pedestrian signals are lights that help people walking know when it’s safe to cross the street.

Imagine you're playing a game of "Go!" with your friend at the edge of the sidewalk. You both wait for a green light, and then you run across the street like you're racing to catch a bus. That’s what pedestrian signals do, they act like a traffic light but for walkers, telling them when it's time to go or stop.

Pedestrian signals often have two lights: one that is red and one that is green. When the green light turns on, it means you can start walking across the street. When the red light comes on, you should wait until it changes back to green before crossing.

Sometimes, pedestrian signals also show numbers or a countdown timer. This helps people know how much time they have left to cross safely, like knowing how many steps you need to take before the car goes zooming by!

These lights are like your favorite teacher who says “you may now walk” or “please stay seated.” They help keep everyone safe, whether you're walking to school or going for a fun run.