Bike riding can be an empowering—and super-fun—way for kids to get to school. The first time my 6-year-old daughter conquered the hill between our house and her school, I don’t think she stopped smiling all day.
It’s also good for their bodies: Kids should spend a minimum of 60 minutes per day engaged in moderate to vigorous physical activity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and walking or biking to school can even increase concentration in class.
An added bonus for parents: You get to skip the gridlocked car drop-off line. Here’s how to help your kid ride to school smoothly and safely.