Ten Tîps forSafe D rii ng, As Kids Go Back to'School As summer draws to a close and children start back to the classroom, it's a good time to remind ourselves of the Inecd for safe driving. Safe driving is important al year 'round, but is espe- cially critical now when the children are on their way to and from school. Shorter daylight h ours and an increased number of children on roadways in the early morning and late afternoon should prompt every motorist to be espe- cially cautiolus behind the, wheel. The followirig safe-driv- ing tips are meant to pro- tect the driver as well as children who are passen- gers, pedestrians or bicycl- ists. 1. Stop for the school bus when it lets off its passen- gers. Childrcn may be cross- ing the street in front of it. RemembVer, too,' that school buses stop at ail railroad crossings, so be alert wvhen nearing such intersections. 2. Watch for the sehool patrol and obey the* direc- tions they give. It's'not just courtesy, it's the law. Be es- pecially careful at intersec- tions where the school pa- trol is stationed, even if you have the right of way. You neyer know when a n active youngster will dart into the road, hoping to get, the jump on the patrolperson's flag. 3. Have the kids sit in the back seat of your car. I case of an accident, there is less chance they will be throwri through the front windshield. And, remember to have them buckle up for safety whenever they ride in the car. 4. Keep your car in. good running order. Make sure your brakes are in good shape, anid periodically check your turn signaIs. Whcncvcr you stop at a fuI- ing station, dlean your wind- shields, hcadlights and tail- lights'to assure that you can sec and be secri. 5. Keep your lîcense plates dlean, front and rear. This is especially important. at nigbt, says the 3N4 Com- paniy, a manufacturer of re- flective sheeting for safety plates.' Fully reflectorized plates reflect back 100 times more light than white paint and cari alert approaching motorists toyour presence, everi whcn your lights are off. 6. Observe'the speed limit. That is good advice, any t ime of the year, wher- ever you're driving. Bgut it should"be kept in mind es- pecially near schools and playgrounds, and particu-' larly at dusk and dawn. 7. Make, a full stop at al stop signs. Drive defensive- ly and presume that somne- on'e else may be approach- ing that intersection with- out planning to stop. You igthear an automobile approaching, but flot a bi- cycle. 8. Parents, ask for reflec- £orized cioîhink when shop- ping for back-zo-schooi cloîhes, especially jackets worn at night. This mate- rial wiIl reflect light bac 'k to its source, such as a head- light, giving the motorist ad- vance warning of a child's presence. 9. In states that allow turns on a red light, turn the corners very carefuiiy. It should be remembered that Young children don't ai- ways exercise good judge- ment when crossing a street. As a concerned motorist, you have to be their eyes and cars. 10. Pay close attention 10 traffic signs that indicate school mras, railroad cross- ings, stop sigrisî yield signs and speed limits. Day or night, these signs protect the motorist as much as the pedestrian. Even under ýideal road-- way conditions, active chul- dren often forget to look for approaching cars. Conse- quently, the motorist should take appropriate precau- tions. There is probably no greater tragedy than the death of a child caused by accident -or neglect. t Perk Up Those Student Digs Psychological tests have shown that surroundings have a marked bearing on study effcctiveness. For cx- ample, surveys have showri that one ýis likely to get more out of study timne in a pleasant, neat roomn. O'ne inexpensive and easy way a student's sur- roundings. cani be im- proved is through wall- coverings. With their do-it- yourself, prepasted capa- bilities, the colorful wall- coverings can be installed in a jiffy by..anyone, and they can be applied to everything but the kitchen For example, creative students can turn an ordi- nary bedroomn or dorni--' tory room1 into a, work, of art simply by applying wallcoverings to'such fur- nishings as dressers, clothes hampers, closet doors, shelves and mirror framnes. A plain waste- basket can becomne a ka- leidoscope of color with the new look of a striped or floral wallcovering. WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY. A&UGITJST 29,1979, PAGE 9 Here's A Solution to Those ' Back-to-School Ward.robe Woes The first day of class is flot far off and as, you check your clothes bud- get, you're certain this semester will be a fashiori disaster. 'T ain't neccssarily so ..with judicious shop- ping and a careful reap- praisal of last ycar's ward- robe, you can loo k great both on anid off the cam- pus this fail. First, go through your closet. Weed out the gar- ments that don~t fit, are outdated or that you. neyer did like, and get down to a working wardrobe. Sepa- rate clothes according to color and category: pants, skirts, casual and dressy*. Try different combina- tions and make a note of the gaps. Look for ways to updatc. your wardrobe - one of the new, slimmer skirts will give last ycar'"s bul ky sweater a ncw look, for instance. If you have an- overablundance of pat- terris,, plan on purchasing solids to complement what you have. Make a list of the items you need to, round out your wardrobe - and stick to it! When you shop, keep an eye out for cl assic styles that -won't be out of date next year. Be sure anid choose colors that will mix and match readily with your préert war dr 'obe - and, try to choosefabrics tinat are flot obviously'seca - sonal. Go for garments that do double duty -ý- black- vel- vet blazers that comple- ment pants or long skirts equally well ... jumpers that go to class with shirts by day, and solo by night. Here's a tip from fash- ion experts:' one-color looks arc smart iri more wavs than onie - it's casier to accessorize -them: ýYou cari jazz up a monochro- matic brown outfit of sep- arates for instance, with a br.ight scarf or better yct, a matching cap anid muffler in the newest patterncd knits. New accessories such as beits, bags, scarves, gloves and jewel- ry ail go a long way to- ward updating last year's look. Sometliing D ifferent Something * Special alIso Elen, Henderson Dresses FREE Wintario ticket Wth purchase of' $25. or more Offer ends Saturday, Sept. 89 1979. In the Saf eway Plaza 366 Brock*St.- S, whitbv. O nt. Mon,TuesWed,ý &Sat. 9-- 6 33 ù,ursâ Fr1l LET'S GO BOWLING! COUNTY BOWL 118 Byron St., N. Whitby We sitili have openingei n many leagues for new members. To join a league for fun & exereise please cafl now!1 New league enqufi*nes welcome. ATTENTION Church Groupe, Social Clubs, Companie s,' Union@ form your own Bowling League. You may join anyone of the foliowing leagues: Men's Leagues Ladies Evening Leagues Ladies Afternoon Leagues Mixed'Leagues Senior Citizen@ Youth Bowling ýCouncîi ge 5 yrs to 29 yrs Phone County. Bowl .668-2651 OPEN DAS A WEEk mms te do or by .pohmum : ULDAY PROG»RAM - Ages 2 f0 5 years old NOURS- 6:45 o.m. to -6:30 p.m. N.ew facilities. Ail licensed, experienced., caring personnel on. duty. Easily accessible on your way/ to work on Kingston Road, Pickering Village. M OT LUNCHES AND 2 0000 SNACKS - -FRENHINSTRUCTION- -OUTDOOR PLAY - We offer extended cars service for eveningslweeksndslholidays to children onrolled at'the centre. The Children's Ho ur Day.ca re 149 Kingston Road Pickering, N 686-1838 Il A. 01. EIsa's Childrens Things Clild rns fash ions sizes O to 14, 668-4'l