A cold winter passed, the sleigh and snowboard were abandoned. For children, the time has come for the anticipation of a warm and cheerful summer. Many mothers and fathers have already decided in advance what their child will do on a walk. Parents who chose to buy a bike were not mistaken in their choice. After all, this means of transportation can serve not only for a pleasant pastime, but also for strengthening the health of your baby. Some children already know how to drive this vehicle. There is a problem if the baby does not know how to ride it. You can give some tips on how to teach your child to ride a bicycle.
Children under 5 years old
From early childhood, parents attach their child to this vehicle. They ride it in a bicycle stroller, and the kid is very pleased. Older children begin to learn how to ride an aggregate with one or two rear wheels attached to two main wheels for balance. The name of the bike depends on the number of wheels on the bike - three-wheeled or four-wheeled. The child feels great being in the saddle of such a bicycle, which is easy to control. On such a sustainable transport it is quite difficult to get injured.
Children over 5 years old
Parents whose children are already familiar with a tricycle or four-wheeled bicycle will almost never have to puzzle over how to teach their child how to ride a bicycle. It is only necessary to remove the extra wheels and teach the baby to keep balance.
Basic Rules for Learning Cycling
Children respond well to learning and understand everything better if they themselves are interested. If the child is not in the mood to learn how to drive, then there is no need to insist on this obsessively and rudely.
It will be great if you pick up the day when the whole family can go to relax in the park. And if there are bicycle paths, then you can give pleasure to your baby by riding with him. Let him ride the bike, it's easier to get used to it. When a child tries to ride a bicycle, he first of all learns balance. Also, the baby needs to feel its heaviness and learn how to steer the corner. This will keep him from falling.
At first, the baby may not succeed, it is advisable not to play a trick on him. Just explain or show him how to do it right. You can use the bike as a scooter for training. The child must take the wheel in his hands, then put one foot on the pedal, with the second foot he must push off and go. This method trains balance and teaches you how to hold the steering wheel. Just be sure to go next to him. This will help to timely support the child in the event of a fall.
Is the kid already confidently handling the bike? Now you can teach him to maintain body balance while riding. First you need to drive not very fast.
And then came the long-awaited moment of an independent trip. Well, if there is a track with a border nearby. It will be easiest for the child to push off and go. When he gets on the bike, he must push off with one foot from the curb and resume riding. His other foot should be on the pedal. If he has already learned to maintain balance with the help of a rudder, he will immediately go, albeit slowly. You must go next to it, creating the conditions for a safe ride.
There is another option on how to teach your child to ride a bike. Sometimes children experience uncertainty and fear of this transport. This fear slows down the baby, and he does not dare to learn to ride. In order for the child to be more comfortable studying, choose a place where there are no obstacles, where he feels free and relaxed. The child must be put on the saddle of the bicycle, and let him pedal himself. You need to go calmly and slowly. A kid who is keen on riding and has secured your support will be able to go by himself unnoticed.
A child cannot always learn to ride a bike quickly. Show restraint, because anyway, after a couple of days he will ride it no worse than other children.
Even after the child has learned to ride well, in the early days, do not let him go alone. Ride bicycles with him. So once again you can make sure that he has learned the rules of the ride.
What bike to buy a child?
Parents should choose the right bike for the child from the range that is available in the store.
Children's products have their own classification:
- from a year to 3 years - the diameter of the wheels is not more than 12 inches;
- from 3 to 5 years - no more than 16 inches;
- from 5 to 9 years - 20 inches;
- for older teens - from 24 inches.
Do not buy a bicycle for growth. It should be fit for the child, otherwise it will be uncomfortable for him to ride. The bike must be adjustable seat height and there are various types of brakes that will ensure the safety of your baby.
It is not recommended to purchase heavy models, children can not afford to take them out of the apartment (staircase or elevator), as well as start back. With a heavy bike, the child will experience discomfort.
We have already figured out how to teach a child to ride a bicycle. You just need to give the baby more attention and support. A joint bike ride will bring pleasure not only to you, but also to your child.