How to Teach A Child to Ride A Bike? You never forget how to ride a bike,but most of us forget how hard it was to learn. (1)
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.Here's what to keep in mind when instructing little ones from two feet to two wheels.
Begin with the right equipment.Start with a bicycle that's the right size.A newbie should be able to sit on the seat with both feet flat on the ground.If the child has been using a bike with training wheels,remove them. (2)
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.Long pants and long-sleeved shirts aren't a bad idea,either,to prevent injury in the event of a fall.
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.Head to a location that has smooth,flat,open pavement and little or no traffic to distract or endanger your child.It helps if there's no one around too so he won't feel self-conscious.The ideal spot?A school parking lot on the weekend.
Emphasize the basics.The fundamentals of biking are balance,coasting,pedaling,and steering.To help a child learn these basic skills,remember to show how to do that in the flesh and dare to let him try.No doubt there will be more than a few stops and starts and maybe even a fall or two. (4)
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Now practice a lot.After a fair number of dry runs,it's time to move to the big stage.Find a bike path or a little-travelled street in a residential neighbourhood. (5)
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.Bike along with him to check that he's using proper safety techniques and feels comfortable pedaling in traffic.
A.Find a safe spot to learn
B.Go to practice with the child
C.Encourage him to slow down and go on
D.Show him how to share the road with cars
E.A good-quality,well-fitting helmet is also a must
F.That's why the experience of teaching children to ride can be frustrating
G.But eventually,he will manage to ride a fair stretch without stopping or falling