| Spring is here and children usually look forward to riding | | | | with a friend, he/she should not be sitting on yours, but |
| their bicycles to and from school and why not? After | | | | he/she should be on theirs, additionally, you should not |
| all, there is nothing like getting from point A to point B in | | | | ride side by side, but behind each other. |
| such a simple, yet skillful way. | | | | If you do not know the rules, do some research and |
| However, before leaving for school, these safety tips | | | | you may be surprised by some of the things that you |
| will be helpful in keeping you safe while on the road. | | | | will find out. |
| Tell Parents | | | | Careful In Rain |
| Although your parents had given you permission to ride | | | | If it is raining, it is better that you leave it home for the |
| during the week, on the days in which you will be using | | | | day. However, if you are still going to use it, be very |
| it, always make sure that they know when you are | | | | careful. Leave home a bit earlier than usual and go |
| using it. This would not only give your parents an | | | | slower that usual. |
| opportunity to remind you to be careful, but they will | | | | Additionally, avoid puddles when possible and wear a |
| also know how you will be getting to and from school. | | | | raincoat to protect yourself from the splashing water |
| Bike's Condition | | | | of cars etc. |
| The first thing is, it should be just the right size for you. | | | | Clothing |
| That is, not too big and not too small. Additionally, make | | | | Wear clothing that are suitable, that is, avoid those that |
| sure that you know how to control it correctly. | | | | will hook into any part of the bicycle while riding. |
| Always make sure it is in a condition that is good for | | | | Although the mornings are a bit brighter now, still wear |
| the road. That is, the tires have enough air and they | | | | bright clothing and reflected gadgets such as |
| are not immersed with mud, mirrors are in the correct | | | | headbands etc. |
| place and they are not broken and the lights are | | | | Shortcuts |
| working. | | | | Avoid short cuts that are isolated and those that your |
| Obey Road Rules | | | | parents know nothing about. Although your friends |
| Always obey the road rules. Wear a helmet that fits | | | | may be taking a shortcut, if it fit what was just |
| you correctly. Ride on the right hand side and use hand | | | | mentioned, you should keep away from them. |
| signals to show what you are going to do. If you are | | | | |