Cold temps have us dreaming of warmer weather and a beautiful day spent outside. And if you have children, you know it can be a task to get them out of the house and back into the great outdoors. We’ve been talking in the office about ways to encourage our kids to get off the devices and back outside. This led to a discussion about Parks of Aledo – the beautiful neighborhood we live in – the green spaces, parks, and of course, the trails. How lucky we are to have these awesome bike trails literally in our backyard?!
So, have you ever tried to encourage a child to bike? Or taught a child to ride a bike? Wow. It can be a challenge. To teach a child to ride, we like the method of starting kids early on a balance bike. Check out this article for a great explanation of what these are and why they work. It’s truly amazing to watch your child pedal away on their “big kid” bike after training on a glider! If you’re where we are and looking for a way to encourage your kids to get out and ride, one of the best things you can do is get out there with them.
If you don’t have a bike, walk or run alongside. Click here for great tips for encouraging kids to ride. Now is the perfect time to do an equipment check to make sure they have what they need: a right-sized bike and a helmet that fits. Now is ALSO the perfect time to start searching for your next home in a great neighborhood where you can hit the streets. We specialize in finding homes in great neighborhoods in and around Fort Worth, Aledo and adjacent counties. Give us a call, we would love to help!
