“Escalator” explained in 4 pictures
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An escalator is a moving staircase inside a building that carries people up and down, helping young children understand how the steps and handrails move and how to ride safely
💬 What Is an Escalator?
An escalator is a moving staircase. It carries people to upper floors and lower floors. We often see them in stations and stores.
🤔 Where have you seen an escalator before?
💬 The Steps Move Little by Little
The steps of an escalator are connected. The steps move little by little in the same direction. At the entrance they are flat, and as they move, they become stair-shaped.
💬 The Handrail Moves Together Too
The black part on the side is the handrail. The handrail moves together with the steps. Holding the handrail makes it easier to support your body.
🤔 When you ride an escalator, where should you hold with your hand?
💬 Ride Safely
On an escalator, hold the handrail. Stand inside the yellow line. Do not play; look ahead while you ride.
🤔 Where should you stand so your feet do not go outside the yellow line?