Two Bobs show presses home safety message in Kingston

Children in schools across Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, enjoyed a spectacular juggling show that helped them to learn life saving road safety rules.

The ‘Two Bobs’ appeared at thirty primary schools and entertained children with their show of juggling, uni-cycling and trickery. But as James Parker, the Council’s road safety officer explained, the fun show had an important underlying message.

"Throughout the show children were reminded of the important rule - stop, look and listen before you cross the road," James said. "There was an occasion in the show when the Two Bobs juggle skittled back and forth to one another to represent traffic moving along their pretend road – and the children were made to appreciate the need to stop, look and listen. The show also focused on the ‘be safe be seen’ message, which is very topical at this time of year - and it all ended with a happy song about road safety that the children enjoyed singing."

The Two Bobs visited schools throughout October and November as part of the Council’s road safety education programme.

Further information about this story can be obtained from James Parker, tel: 020 8547 592, email:James.Parker@rbk.kingston.gov.uk