My son is almost 6 years old and he broke the training wheels on his bike, so I told him he's old enough to ride on two wheels, like his big sister does. I did some research on the net about teaching him how to ride and I'm trying to have him push with his feet and balance the bike, and when he masters that, I plan to have him put his feet on the pedals while coasting, and finally, start pedalling the bike. It seems like a more practical way to learn to ride than having me run along with him and hold the bike (I did try that at first, and he won't let me let go at all.). *sigh* He seemed excited when I first showed him how to balance the bike and pick up his feet, but he's tried it three times, for about 5 minutes each time, and then he gives up and won't try anymore. It's like pulling teeth to get him out on the bike. How can I "light a fire under him?" I want him to learn to ride so I can take him on bike rides with his older sister. Anyone have ideas that have worked?
2007-06-23
11:29:24
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