Kids Tricycles are quickly becoming the next big thing for toddler playgrounds. Kids Tricycles are available in a range of sizes and can be used with or without pedals, which makes them adaptable for nearly any toddler or any skill level. By promoting the mastery of balance and coordination, kids’ tricycles are designed to increase physical and mental capabilities.  Toddler tricycles actively incorporate large muscle groups for extended periods of time, while the children hardly notice the excursion required. Setting up a virtual obstacle course called a Trike Path; the kids see the world flying by, as they pedal from one trike station to the next. 

 

Kid tricycles are also a unique and fun way to encourage interaction among the kids, as they must be aware of one another's locations at all times. Socialization skills are touched upon during trike play because once they gain the confidence in riding, the children can develop a more competitive nature where organizing and racing the kids tricycles becomes the newest incarnation of fun.

 

There are several ways you can incorporate toddler tricycles into your toddler playground. Simply purchasing a few varying models of kids tricycles is a great start, but be sure you have a level surface to prevent injury. BYO Recreation recommends the use of poured-in-place rubber playground surface for trike path purposes as it is level and seamless which makes it the most ideal for trike use. Next, consider the play events in toddler tricycle area. This means selecting activities or stations that can be utilized by children both on and off the toddler tricycles. These types of kids’ tricycle activities can be purchased in a complete trike path package or separately. Finally, keeping safety in mind is always key so be sure to purchase helmets to keep your little trike enthusiasts safe.