{"id":186880,"date":"2021-10-14T13:40:08","date_gmt":"2021-10-14T13:40:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/?p=186880"},"modified":"2021-10-14T13:43:24","modified_gmt":"2021-10-14T13:43:24","slug":"8-books-about-cycling-for-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/2021\/10\/14\/8-books-about-cycling-for-children\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Books About Cycling for Children"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re trying to encourage your children to enjoy cycling more or they\u2019re already bike mad, a good book never fails to elicit excitement. Reading about cycling can only fuel those feelings.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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1) Scoot! By Jim Smith (illustrator) and Katie Blackburn (author), 2017<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Reading age<\/strong>: Baby – 5 years<\/p>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n

OK, so we\u2019re starting with a book that isn\u2019t strictly about cycling but scooters are on par with balance bikes when it comes to the first set of wheels for your little ones. From award-winning illustrator and author of \u2018Where the Wild Mums Are\u2019 comes the first-ever picture book about scooters. Hilarious and adventurous in equal measures.<\/p>\n

2) I Love My Bike by Simon Mole (author) and Sam Usher (illustrator)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Reading age:<\/strong> 4 – 7 years<\/p>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n

Moving on from scooting, the protagonist in this story is learning to balance on two wheels for the first time. Sharing all the feelings that come with this new skill, the young girl experiences nervousness and excitement as she overcomes defeat, instilling confidence into little ones who are currently in the throes of learning to ride their bike.<\/p>\n

3) On Your Bike: All you need to know about cycling for kids by Chris Hoy<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Reading age:<\/strong> 5 – 8 years<\/p>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n

A comprehensive guide to choosing, maintaining and enjoying bikes for young fans of Chris Hoy.<\/a> Illustrated using Flying Fergus characters (by Clare Elsom), this informative guide is colourful and fun to read. Safety and maintenance feature within packed pages, as well as fun tips and tricks such as how to perfect a wheelie!<\/p>\n

4) The Adventures of Thandie the Tandem: Timmy and the Elephants by Claire le Block (author) and Tim Hole (illustrator)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Reading age:<\/strong> 5 – 9 years<\/p>\n

\"Adventures<\/a><\/p>\n

Based on the real-life adventures of Thandie the Tandem,<\/a> this illustrated book takes young readers across Africa on a cycle tour. Touching on topics such as poaching and conservation, the story will inspire children by educating them on ecological issues, promoting awareness among the next generation. A planned series of books, the story is currently one of two.<\/p>\n

5) Princess BMX: Marie Basting<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Reading age:<\/strong> 6 – 11 years<\/p>\n

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PRINCESS BMX – @riewriting<\/a> <\/p>\n

Princess Avariella \u2013 or Ava, for short \u2013 is heir to the throne of the magical kingdom of Biscotti. Bored of behaving with grace and decorum, she runs riot whenever she can.<\/p>\n

Brilliant upside-down fairytale for 8+.https:\/\/t.co\/6Cxb6Hzf4k<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/MArBgBcY6L<\/a><\/p>\n

— A New Chapter – Children's Bookstore (@ANewChapterBks) October 5, 2021<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n