SAFETY FIRST
Justina Sarpong

Kojo loved riding his bicycle along the dusty paths.
The road is busy with farmers,goats, and motorbikes.

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One afternoon, Kojo raced his friend,Ama near the main road.
They laughed as they pedaled faster and faster.

2

They heard the sound of a motorbike.
Kojo tried to stop, but he lost balance and fell.

3

His mother rushed to help.Kojo’s knee was scraped, but he was safe.“Accidents happen when we are not careful,” his mother said kindly.

4

An elder of the village called everyone together under the big mango tree.
“We must be careful on our roads,” he advised.

5

The teacher thought the children how to look left and right before crossing.
She reminded them to slow down near curves.

6

Kojo checked his bicycle brakes and rode more carefully.
Motorbike riders also agreed to slow down near homes and schools.

7

People in the village took the advice on safety.
Kojo smiled as he rode gently along the path.
He remembered, “Safety first, always.”

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SAFETY FIRST
Author - Justina Sarpong
Illustration -
Language - English
Level - First paragraphs