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7 Important Scooter Safety Tips For Your Children

Tina — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:49:32 +0000

Scooters are very popular ride on toys for children but just like all toys they don’t come without their dangers if they’re not operated correctly. Before buying your kids a shiny new ride it is beneficial to all if you review some of the most important scooter safety measures that will help keep your little ones as safe as possible.

1. It’s important that the scooter is age appropriate for your child. If it’s too large for the child they will have trouble operating it which could cause them to become frustrated or to tip and fall off. For very young children you may want to consider a three wheeled scooter that will provide extra balance while they’re learning how to ride. Adhere to manufacturer age recommendations for the motorized rides.

2. Safety gear is always recommended for children and is important to scooter safety. A helmet is the most important component because scooters can tip and you want to be sure that your little one’s head is safe. Elbow and knee pads are also wise choices.

3. Proper shoes should be worn while riding a scooter. Sneakers are the most recommended choice. Sandals and flip flops may upset a rider’s balance and little toes and feet may get injured if your child has to hop off quickly.

4. Scooters should always be ridden away from moving vehicles and pedestrians. Set up guidelines with your children by reviewing your safety concerns and making them aware of how important it is that they follow your scooter safety rules.

5. Uneven ground surfaces can make dangerous riding conditions. The most frequently seen injuries from scooters occur to the upper body. This happens when children tip forward over the handles of their scooter and can be caused when the front wheel is stopped by something as small as a bump, some sand, or a large piece of gravel. This can also be caused by children leaning too far forward on their ride. Teach your children how to look for and avoid unsafe conditions.

6. Tuck in any loose clothing, remove scarves and long jewelry, and tie long hair into pony tails before riding. These are all items that can get wrapped around the wheels or other mechanical parts and cause an injury.

7. Finally, a parent must make sure that their child’s scooter is properly assembled before they ride on it. Read the instructions before beginning and tighten secure all nuts, bolts, and screws.

Scooters are loads of fun and will entertain your kids for hours at a time. A little bit of proper preventative scooter safety measures will ensure that your kids get the most enjoyment as possible from their favorite rides. If you’d like to bump up your kids fun level a little bit then I recommend that you read Scooter Games, a great book that introduces over 100 scooter games that will challenge and entice your kids.

Written by Tony Larsen, a physical education teacher, this book is curriculum drive for a school atmosphere but it has plenty of awesome games that are perfect for your home playing field. Some of our favorites are Fun Bones, the scooter version of the Hokey-Pokey, and the Scooter-Tug-Of-War which is one of the kids favorite summer party games. Also included in the book are some great tips on scooter safety measures!

Originally posted 2010-04-30 06:10:18. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Is It Appropriate To Buy Ride On Toys For Your Baby?

Tina — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:38:52 +0000

Do you have a very active infant that could use some extra stimulation? Are you a little hesitant to buy ride on toys because of the age of your child? It’s amazing to me how quickly even small children can get bored with the hordes of toys that we buy them.

We all know how some days can go – you’ve watched all the Baby Einstein, Sesame Street, and Barney that you can handle for the day and you’ve played with every toy that you have, but go figure, that baby is just looking for something else to do.

Maybe you’ve even tried to do some work in the kitchen and you’ve opened the cupboard door with the Tupperware so the baby can just bang away with all that nondestructive plastic (one of my favorite ways of entertaining!). Wow, it’s only 2:00 in the afternoon so now what?

You might want to think about buying ride on toys.

By nine months of age you’re sure to have a very curious baby who’s crawling and maybe even pulling themselves up and trying to take a couple of steps. Although it may seem like a big step for such a small child, it’s okay to buy infants aged 9 months and older an interactive ride on toy. When you buy ride on toys you will be stimulating and encouraging developmental skills that are beneficial to your baby’s growth process. Here are three of the ways that your child’s development will be enhanced when you buy ride on toys:

Ride on toys challenge hand to eye coordination which improves fine motor skills. Gross motor skills are also developed through good old physical activity. Your child will learn how to climb onto the toy, hold on to the handles, and move the toy in some fashion. These activities also work all of the muscle groups, helping with balance and stability.
They also encourage independent play. While playing with other children is important, independent play is beneficial in its own right. When children play alone they are better able to explore their environment at their own level and speed.
Even though they can’t express things to you verbally, you can be sure that your child’s imagination is working full time. Ride on toys encourage this stimulation and improve observation skills.

So yes, it’s very appropriate to buy ride on toys for your infant (and soon to be toddler). The Little Tikes Push and Ride Racer and the My First Cozy Coupe Walker Ride On are both great choices for infants 9 months and older. They’re safe, quiet, and body powered!

These ride on toys are great because not only are they inexpensive but your child can use them in two different ways. They can either stand up behind them, hang on, and push or they can sit on them and scoot all over the house. You’ll be surprised how quickly they gain speed!

So don’t hesitate to buy ride on toys because before you know it those little terrors will be pushing themselves around the house or the yard on their very own ride. For even more options you may want to explore Ride On Toys For Babies and Push Ride On Toys for the toddlers. You’ll may be pleasantly surprised at the variety and options available!

P.S. Just a cute video that I enjoyed!

Originally posted 2010-01-10 11:33:50. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

How To Fix 12V Ride On Toys If They Break

Tina — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 17:46:13 +0000

When your children are riding 12v ride on toys there is always the possibility of a break down or malfunction of some sort. Don’t let the kids get too upset because it may not be such a big deal. Many times it’s simply a battery problem, but sometimes its more than that. Here are a few tips to help you fix your ride when you find yourself in this situation:

Try to target what the problem is all about. It could be something simple like needing to replace the battery or it could be something more serious like a spring or a shaft problem.

Check to see if your toy has had any product recalls that you may not know about. US Recall News and the Consumer Product Safety Commission are two great sites that give you up to date recall information.

If there are no recalls, get the product name and model number of your 12v ride on toys and visit the manufacturers website to see what’s available in replacement parts for your model.

It can be beneficial to visit forums where people are discussing ride on toys. This is a great way to see if other people are experiencing the same problems that you’re having. Simply do a Google search for the name of your ride on toy, click on the “show options” link at the top, and then forums. Sometimes you will come across other people having the very same problem and maybe you can see what they are doing to correct the problem.

Ebay is a great tool for finding quality used or heavily discounted 12v ride on toy parts. These parts are most likely available at a much cheaper pricing than what the manufacturer is charging. It is worthwhile to spend some browsing Ebay before placing your final order.

If you’re not sure how to fix the problem once you’ve got the parts, contact your local automotive repair shop. They should be able to help or direct you to someone who can.

I’m sure you would prefer to never have to worry about fixing your 12v ride on toys. Although this can’t be guaranteed, there are a few things that you can do before buying a new ride on to help ensure that you’re getting a quality ride. It may be appealing to run out and buy the newest product on the market, but it will actually benefit you to wait a little while and see what others think of the product.

Buying online has its advantages because you’re able to read a wide variety of customer reviews. This is a great way to see if anyone has reported mechanical issues. You can also buy 12v ride on toys that have a warranty against product failure and even against battery failure.

The Kid Trax Red Fire Engine Ride On Toy is a good example of a 12v ride on toy that I would personally consider buying. It has 29 current customer reviews. This is a fairly significant amount of reviews that give me a good idea of consumer confidence in the product. It also comes with a one year limited warranty on the fire engine itself and a six month warranty on the battery. This is the type of 12v ride on toy that I feel I could buy with confidence. Hopefully it would be one that I’d never have to repair!

Originally posted 2010-01-12 06:00:42. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

Pedal Ride On Toys – What To Do If Your Child Won’t Pedal

Tina — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:04:09 +0000

Did you just buy your child a new pedal ride on toy but are discouraged because they aren’t interested in riding it? This is relatively common and happens to many children. If your child refuses to pedal by making no attempt at all or makes just a half hearted attempt then you may have just a learning curve that needs to be crossed. It’s nothing to get alarmed about.

Some children are intimidated by the feel of the pedal against their foot or are scared by the whole riding process. Try putting their feet on the pedals while you push them around on the toy. Once they see how much fun it is and feel how the pedals work, most children will make the effort to start pedaling on their own.

Let them get the feel of moving the pedal both forward and backward. If they’re still a little scared once they start riding on their own, you can walk (or run!) alongside them until they’re completely comfortable.

Pedal ride on toys come in many different styles. You may have bought a new tricycle, a fire truck, or a toddler bike with training wheels. Whether your child is 2, 3 4 or 5, their physical and neurological development can vary greatly depending on the individual child.

Some kids are ready for pedal toys at an early age and some are not. If you try these suggestions and your child is still having some trouble you might want give them a little more time. They may need to mature a little more both physically and neurologically in order to feel comfortable with the toy.

In the meantime, you may want to consider some other options besides the pedal ride on toys. Wagons and ride on cars like the Cozy Coupe may be more appropriate for your children at this particular time. Just park the pedal ride for a little while and don’t worry because they’ll get the hang of all that pedaling before you know it!

Originally posted 2010-01-13 12:48:57. Republished by Blog Post Promoter