Bike and Wheels Safety for Little Kids On The Way
Little kids look forward to being big kids, but they need to follow guidelines suitable for their age before they start riding “big kid” bikes and playing other wheeled-sports. Because they are not ready to ride a bicycle, children under the age of five usually ride tricycles. Teach your child how to be safe while they learn to ride a tricycle, toy cars and participate in other toddler-related wheeled activities.
 Top Tips
Before riding/wheeling:
- All children, whether a tricycle, rider, bike rider or a passenger on an adult’s bike, must wear a well-fitting helmet. Helmets should bear a sticker that says it meets standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
- Always ensure that tricycles and bicycles that are the right size for the child.
- Take children to the store when buying a helmet to ensure proper fit.
During riding/wheeling:
- Always supervise your children.
- Never allow children to ride in the street.
- Avoid wearing long, loose clothing, including dresses and wide-legged pants, that can get caught in bike chains or wheel spokes.
- Don’t 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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