Do you know the rules for safety on wheels?
Bikes, Skateboards, Roller blades, Skates:
- Head injuries can be serious. Protect your head; wear a helmet! If you are using a skateboard, roller blades, or skates, also wear elbow and knee pads.
- See and be seen -- wear proper clothes and reflectors.
- Make sure your equipment is safe and properly adjusted.
- Use marked paths and safe areas when possible.
- Use hand signals when turning.
- When riding bikes on the street, always go in the same direction as car traffic.
- Don't ride double.
- Obey the rules of the road. It will be somebody else's fault should you be involved in an accident with a vehicle.
- Ride slow in parking lots and watch for pedestrians, especially if they have packages or small children with them.

Remember, it's never too early to start learning and practicing the safety rules.