My First Bicycle Book

Find out all you need to know about getting started with cycling with My First Bicycle Book! All the basics are covered, from choosing which kind of bicycle is right for you to all the equipment and clothes you'll need to be comfortable and stay safe. You'll learn about looking after your bicycle - stepby- step instructions will guide you through pumping up tyres, lubricating and replacing the chain, washing your bicycle and more. Then, why not try some of the great science activities that will help you to understand your bike? Bottle tops and elastic bands will show you how gears work, while a sponge around a rolling pin can explain suspension. There are also ideas for fun ways to decorate your bicycle - use the sheet of stickers that come with this book or make your own handlebar streamers and wheel rattles. Discover games to play with your friends, too - create your own Tour de France and have fun relay races!