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[quote=Anonymous]OP, I was also hit by a car at age 11, probably due to my own failure to look both ways rather than any mistake on the driver's part, so I know from experience that kids that age aren't always responsible. But they need to develop responsibility at some point, and this is entirely age-appropriate. I would practice the route with DS several times, and emphasize traffic safety any time you are walking anywhere together. Then take a deep breath and let him do it. Depending on where you live, be prepared for busybodies who will be horrified at the sight of a child walking anywhere without a security detail. Just remember that there is no law against it anywhere, and that no reasonable policeman or CPS agent will respond to this kind of call. [/quote]
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