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We had such a fun time while we were at\u00a0Tiny Towne!<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Located in Norcross (just a few minutes north of Atlanta), this place is set up more like school, but the kids had so much fun while they were learning.<\/p>\n We paid $40 for each child ($80 total) to get a pass holder card\/driver’s licenses, unlimited train rides, and 40 minutes of driving a Smart Car. It did feel like a lot of money but for their first visit they:<\/p>\n I was very impressed with how much my kiddos learned while they were at Tiny Towne! I don’t think you can start too young or be too prepared when it comes to driving safety.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In order to be able to qualify to drive in Tiny Towne, kids must be at least 57″ tall and 9 years old.\u00a0 They have to pass the Traffic Test 101 and the Simulator Test. Both of these tests were monitored by the instructors and they offered help if the kids needed it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n We sat through a 12 1\/2 minute video about all the different road signs. They learned that the shapes and colors of signs have special meanings. This video also showed what the symbols on the road signs meant as well.<\/p>\n The kids learned about yellow and white lines on the road and what those meant. They also learned the difference between straight lines and dotted lines on roadways.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n After the Traffic Test 101, the kids moved on to learning to drive with a simulator. This helped to give them a more realistic feel for driving before they moved on to practice driving in the Smart Cars.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n These Smart Cars are high-tech. They keep up with the kids driving times, violations, and speed increases. If a driver goes without violations, he\/she can go faster. The more violations they receive, the slower their Smart Car will go. There is a timer in the car that alerts the driver when their driving time is over and they need to return the car.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Above: Heading into the tunnel with the instructor. There are two tunnels – one for cars and one for the train. Situated above the tunnel, there is a sitting area with chairs and tables for the parents.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Above: Learning how to use a turn signal, watching road markings, and how to merge with the instructor.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Above: Heading towards the tunnel. There is a seating area above the tunnel where parents can sit and watch their kids drive around. Both hands on the wheel, Son!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Above: You gotta watch out for the Po-Po. My son ran a stop sign once and got pulled over. It was funny watching those blue lights chase him down. The “officer” was nice and let him off with a warning. If the kids continue to break the traffic laws they’re penalized with a slower speed.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Carcade is a fun spot inside Tiny Towne.<\/span> Arcade games cost about 1-2 credit each. My kids could have spent 8 billion dollars in here playing air hockey!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There are some party rooms located next to the Carcade for those having a party at Tiny Towne. You can find more information on parties and invitations HERE.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
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How It Works<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n\nTiny Towne activates the cards with all their information and credits. They used them to log in to take their tests, to play games at the arcade, to ride the train, and to drive the smart cars.\u00a0 After the kids pass the Traffic Test 101 and Simulator Test, they do not have to take the tests again.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nWhen we go back to Tiny Towne, we only have to buy more credits. These credits allow the kids to drive or play games at the arcade. The train rides will be free for them for a year since they now are pass holders.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n![\"Tiny](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Tiny-Town-04.jpg?resize=640%2C960&ssl=1\" "\\"Tiny")
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<\/p>\n\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nThe kiddos took a test on street signs – the different shapes, colors, and symbols of each. They were also tested on road line and markings.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nThe Traffic Test 101 consists of about 32 questions. My kids had to answer them<\/span> all<\/span> correctly<\/span><\/span> before they could move on to the Simulator Test. My kids took the test twice and got all the answers correct on the second try.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nEach question on the Traffic Test 101 offered a <\/span>HINT<\/span> to help the kids if they were stuck or forgot the answer. The instructors were also there to help the kiddos with the questions.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/h3>\n
The Driving Simulator<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n\nThe kids first drove with an instructor. After he felt that they were comfortable with the car, he let them drive alone. I could ride with the kids after they received 25 driving safety points. They received safety points for following the rules of the road for a certain amount of time.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nThe kiddos learned how to use a blinker and a steering wheel. They also learned how to yield to other cars, merge, and follow speed limits. The roads are very realistic. They had road signs, traffic lights, one-way streets, two-way streets, and road markings.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n![\"Tiny](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Tiny-Town-11.jpg?resize=1061%2C707&ssl=1\" "\\"Tiny")
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The Tiny Towne Police<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nTiny & Booster Cars<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n\nThe Tiny and Booster cars cost $5 (5 credits) for a 6-minute drive around a small track that is the shape of figure 8. They can make several laps, depending on their skill and speed.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nTiny Cars are for children ages 3-6. They learn about seat belts, how to steer a car using the steering wheel, and how to keep the car between the lines. There were many young kids using the Tiny Cars while we were there. They looked like they were having a wonderful time!<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\nKids ages 6-9 can drive the larger Booster Cars. They learn about seat belts, controlling the steering wheel, and staying on track. I <\/span>honestly<\/span><\/span> think my 9-year-old son would <\/span>be bored<\/span><\/span> on this track with the Booster car. These are <\/span>probably<\/span><\/span> better for younger kids.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe Carcade<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n\nThis train runs every 30 minutes. It runs along a “track” on the edge of Tiny Towne. We rode the train once during our visit. Younger children seemed to enjoy it more than my older kids, but they still enjoyed it. Train rides cost 3 credits, but pass holders get free unlimited rides for an entire year.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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