DOM and RTV collaborating using the Wise Walker resource

Published: July 21, 2023

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In Palmerston North, RTV and DOM are collaborating to develop a resource that can be used by RTVs to support DOM programmes in preparation for a learner’s community goals. Our aim is for our BLENNZ learners to be confident and safe independent travellers.

Child is exploring a Wise Walker raod map on a table rotated
Figure 1 - Child is exploring a Wise Walker road map on a table.

The Wise Walker is being used as a play based tool to introduce and support the concepts our learners need to build their knowledge and understanding of community environments. Our collaboration has led to the development of resources including prompt cards, customised and mainstream readers that are easy for RTV to use alongside the Wise Walker. This resource has been designed to be used within the classroom setting as shown in the photos below.

A child is re-enacting the picture from the Stop PM reader on the Wise Walker by using the Lego people to check both ways before they cross the road.

Figure 2 - Child is exploring a Wise Walker tactile road map on a table.