Sustrans, with Cornwall Council and Transport for Cornwall, have worked on a resource package for schools and children. It aims to promote and educate about bus travel in Cornwall. This document outlines a series of activities including three lesson plans with games/activities.
Importance of learning about bus travel
For some, the prospect of catching the bus can be daunting. Our aim is to give children a positive experience and the confidence they need to use public transport. This pack will educate young people on the importance of public transport. It will boost their confidence when traveling alone or in a group. Many young people lack exposure to public transport and are unaware of efforts to make it more accessible. It is a great opportunity to get children thinking about sustainable ways of travelling, along with the benefits. The lessons and activities in this pack will help pupils develop skills in:
- English
- mathematics
- problem solving
- socialisation
- art
They are designed with KS2 pupils in mind. Pupils transitioning to secondary school and early year KS3 pupils may find this useful as they become accustomed with bus travel.
All sessions are designed to be used ‘off the shelf’, making it simple for staff to use without further planning. Lesson plans come equipped with instructions on delivery, along with additional resources. You can deliver the resources as standalone lessons, but they are most effective when used as a complete set. Each lesson should take no more than 1 hour to complete.
