Bike and Wheels Safety for Little Kids At Play
Little kids look forward to being big kids, but they need to follow guidelines suitable for their age before they ride “big kid” bikes and playing other wheeled sports. Because they are not ready to ride bicycles, children under the age of five ride tricycles. Teach your child how to be safe while riding a tricycle or toy car and participate in other wheeled activities.
 Top Tips
Before riding or wheeling:
- Every child (whether riding a tricycle or bike or as a passenger on an adult’s bike) must wear a well-fitting helmet. The helmet should bear a sticker saying it meets standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
- Always purchase tricycles and bicycles that are the right size for the child.
- Always take the child to the store when purchasing a helmet to ensure proper fit.
During riding or wheeling:
- Always supervise your children.
- Never allow children to ride in the street.
- Do not let children wear long or loose clothing (including dresses and wide-legged pants) that can get caught in bike chains or wheel spokes.
- Don’t allow children to ride when it’s dark.
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Safety Tools
There are many tools that parents can use to help to keep their young children safe from injuries. Many of them are affordable and can be found at many stores.
What You'll Need:
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Helmet |
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Retroreflective stickers and clothing |
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