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Bicycle traffic signal and signs
Brussels, Belgium
Bicyclists have a separate traffic lane and separate traffic signals.
Researchable question: Why does Brussels have a bicycle lane?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
Learn more with related content: Discover Brussels by bicycle
Bicycle on Bridge over Canal
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bicycle and boats in the canal system
Researchable question: How are the transportation options in Amsterdam similar and different from where you live?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
Learn more with related content: Canals of Amsterdam
Bilingual Street Signs
Seattle, Washington, USA
Street names in two languages in the International District of Seattle
Researchable question: How does design celebrate diversity?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
Learn more with related content: Street Signs: Identity of the International District
Street Sign
Bainbridge Island, Washington, USA
City street sign shows symbols representing who can share the road
Researchable question: How can transportation be inclusive?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
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Tram, Bus Lane, and Bike Lane
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Trams have been in operation since 1875 in Amsterdam.
Researchable question: How do trams work?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
Learn more with related content: Travelling by Tram in Amsterdam
No Ice Skating Sign
Brussels, Belgium
This sign indicates no ice skating in the park
Researchable question: How can signs be universal in design?
Essential question: How do signs reflect local culture?
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Transportation Options
New Delhi, India
Congested traffic in New Delhi, India
Researchable question: What transportation options are available for the 21 million people that live in New Delhi.
Essential question: How do different types of transportation support a diverse population?
Learn more with related content: Getting Around - Lonely Planet
Subway
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Subways are a form of public transportation
Researchable question: What role does an effective subway system play in a city's infrastructure?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
Learn more with related content: SEPTA: Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
Caution Sign
San Antonio, Texas, USA
This sign warns pedestrians of vehicles exiting from a parking garage.
Researchable question: How can signs be designed to make them universal for non-native speakers?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
Learn more with related content: The Difference Between Road Signs Around the World
School Bus
Wandoor, Kerala, India
School bus at G.H.S. School for Girls in the city of Wandoor, state
of Kerala, in India.
Researchable question: How do kids get to school around the world?
Essential question: How do transportation options reflect local culture?
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22 Photos Reveal the extreme way kids get to school around the world
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Signs
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13 Unusual Road Signs From Around the World from Mental Floss