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I cannot take credit, and wish I had known more when my girls were little - My dad played games like that with me all the time, but I had no idea why. But using it to specifically teach situational awareness and at such a young age was taught at a women's class I went to with an instructor that used to to frequent/moderate here - CompVest. I have learned many very useful things from her and her husband!

With 4 kids I would bet you often have at least one with you. Instill good habits now. I don't know their ages, but if they can talk and count and know their colors they can be "extra eyes". Play a game. "how many people/red shirts/hats/etc" between here and the store - between the store and the car." Help them learn to keep their eyes open. Use others oblivion to be a teaching moment with older kids. I don't allow mine to use their phone/games in the parking lots while they are walking. They need to have eyes, hands and wits available when exposed. Not to teach paranoia, just situational awareness.

This paid off on a recent trip with other kids and moms - my teen noticed so many things (not just creepers/potential creepers) but fun sights as well that the others just missed because they were just not aware of their surroundings.

JMPHO - YMMV - use those kids as lookouts, it can be fun and teaches important skills.