Children naturally love physical activity, and they particularly enjoy playing with bikes, trikes and scooters. Wheeled toys help children develop control over their bodies and the way they move, while offering a context for learning about the world around them.
The number of wheeled toys available is always limited, and children learn fair ways of sharing them, and begin to understand the need for waiting their turn. Incorporating these toys into role play gives scope for children to involve themselves in a range of associated activities, rather than just waiting for the next bike to be free. Sometimes boys can dominate the use of wheeled toys. Planning their use in a variety of ways can offer all children the opportunity to ride.
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