Children have a tendency to run very fast (1)___across_______ the street, or choose any spot to cross because it may seem empty, or approaching vehicles may be (2) __far________ away. That can be dangerous as passing (3) ___crossroad_______ do not slow down unless there is a signal or a crossroad. This is the (4)___reason_________ why pedestrian crossings and intersections are the (5)___safest_______ places to cross. Children should cross (6)__only_______ at an intersection and use the pedestrian crossing. If they are in a small neighborhood where there is no (7)_vehicles__________ should (8)___follow_________ the rule 'stop, look both ways and cross'.