Bike Rides

Educator playing with baby's feet

Get on your bikes… this engaging movement activity is fun for babies and parents alike! 

Set up

This activity is great after nappy-change, or when baby is laying on their back and needs some movement. 

How to play
Step 1
  • With baby lying on their back, grasp their ankles and gently circle their legs, like riding a bike
Step 2
  • Speak to your baby the entire time, playing along to the bike riding theme
  • E.g., “stop” and stop cycling their legs, “go” to start again, “reverse” to go the other way 
Variations
Make it harder
  • Encourage baby to kick
Activity information
Age: 0-12 months
Duration: 5 minutes
Skill focus
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