Cycling With 2 Year Olds

We know how important physical development is for our whole body, including our brain. 
That is why Physical Development is a Prime Area in our curriculum. 
Children need to develop their bodies by moving in a range of ways: crawling, shuffling, walking., running, jumping, balancing, hopping, dancing, skipping and cycling. 
Physical activity has also been linked to improved emotional and social development, increased self-esteem and better attention span and who doesn't want all of those benefits. 
At Children's House part of our daily physical activity includes cycling using our balance bikes. We support children from the age of two to access them and support positive cycling behaviours. With support, children check the tyre pressure, height of the seat, select a helmet and then get going. It takes a lot of practice and skill be able to scoot along at speed on he balance bikes but the benefits of this important achievement are incredible. Children also feel so proud and empowered when they achieve it.

We want our children to develop lifelong cycling habits: it is a great way to keep fit, travel around our city and it's not just good for our bodies but for the environment! 

Can you cycle? Did you know there are local cycling groups including Cycle Sisters? Have a look by clicking here.