Road Safety in Early Education #3: A Framework for Programming and Planning

In this episode of our Road Safety in Early Education mini-series, we explore how to move beyond 'Road Safety Week' and embed life-saving messages into your daily curriculum throuhgout the year. Using high-quality, play-based pedagogy aligned with the EYLF V2.0, we discuss how to use transitions, dramatic play, and children’s spontaneous interests to make road safety a natural part of early learning. The highlight of the episode is a deep dive into Gilgandra Preschool, where road safety is embedded through First Nations culture. Discover how educators used the Wiradjuri word Girrawaa (goanna) to create a culturally relevant helmet safety rhyme and adapted resources with local Aboriginal artwork. From intentional teaching on bike tracks to using photos of the local neighborhood in the block area... you’ll walk away with practical tips to make road safety education visible, meaningful and culturally respectful in your ECEC service.Find out more: https://kidsandtraffic.mq.edu.au/ If you enjoyed this episode, consider leaving us a review on your favourite podcast platform.Have questions or feedback? Connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected] with Us:- Website: www.learnplaythrive.com.au- Instagram: @learnplaythrive_- Facebook: @Learn Play Thrive Australia- Email: [email protected]