School Bus

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Yellow and iconic. School buses in the United States are painted bright yellow so they stand out on the road and drivers can spot them from far away. This bright color helps keep students safe by making the bus easy to see.

Stop sign rule. School buses have red stop signs that flip out from the side. When the stop sign is showing, cars must stop from both directions to let students board or leave the bus safely.

Around the world. While yellow buses are most famous in the United States and Canada, other countries use different types and colors of school buses. Every country figures out what works best for their students.

More than just rides. School buses don't just take students to regular classes. They also drive kids to field trips, sports events, and other school activities during the year.

Big and sturdy. School buses are specially designed to be strong and safe with features like reinforced frames and warning lights. They're built to protect the many students they carry every day.