Learning to ride a bicycle is one of life's milestones, the first step to gaining real independence. And for parents there is no prouder moment than the sight of their own child pedaling away in the distance having mastered its art. Children have an urge for movement and something as straightforward as a bicycle or
scooter allows the child to develop their physical potential. It's almost given that any child will love their first bike more than any other toy and it is something they will remember for the rest of their life. It's their first independent form of transport and forms the basis to learn much more about co-ordination, balance, agility and the world around them.
BUGABIKE QUALITY
Made in high quality varnished birch plywood, high-grade steel, felt, textiles and rubber, the Bugabike is
built to withstand any amount of rough and tumble. The Bike exists for each colors in Sport models with plastics rims and Nature models with Wood wheels. The tire that the Bugabike come equipped with are pneumatic so are perfect for use on hard or soft surfaces, indoor or outside.
There are many safety features including a unique patented steering damper that stops your child turning
the handlebar too far, preventing jackknifing accidents.
BUGABIKE is so well made that SABAMBA provide a 3 year guarantee against defects - amazing for a wooden product designed for children.
Physical development
BUGABIKE is a vital aid in developing Motor Skills - and Confidence The physical development of a child is as important as their educational progress. Between the ages of two and six years old they are learning how to move their bodies, how to balance and be self-aware. This in turn helps to build their confidence and develop their personality. The skills they develop at this age are called gross motor skills - activities that involve the larger muscles in the arms, legs and torso. These help to improve the child's body awareness,
reaction speed, balance and strength through actions such as lifting, kicking, running and throwing. Developing gross motor skills gives a child a sense of achievement and feeling that they are really growing up. The Bugabike has been tested for special need children.
BUGABIKE are the perfect introduction to the world of cycling for youngsters and help to develop this early learning skill. They have been produced for children who are too young to ride a traditional bike. The simple, pedal-less design of BUGABIKE means children have to power them by pushing their feet against the ground, and use their feet to restore balance. By separating the steering and balance function from the pedaling, children can learn to balance without any other distractions.
Children are natural learners and constantly absorb new experiences. They love to make independent progress and by having a BUGABIKE, Cycling is something they can learn how to master on their own. They will discover how it works, how to keep in equilibrium and how to make it move faster. Within a short time they will have more confidence about staying upright and will soon be coasting with their feet away from the ground.
BUGABIKE was named a Honours Award winner in the 2007 National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Children's Products competition. Full results will be announced Nov. 1, 2007, in 40 regional parenting magazines across the country and online at Parenthood.com. This distinction recognizes BUGABIKE as a standout among toys and spoken-word recordings available for children today. Now in its 17th year, NAPPA is a well-known name in industries focused on children's learning and entertainment. Parents, relatives and other adults working with children those who want high-quality toys and products that provide "smart fun" and good design, and grow with children's developmental needs rely on NAPPA for their holiday and year-round gift-giving. NAPPA-winning products meet the most stringent criteria and are judged by nationally recognized industry experts, educators, reviewers and advocates in their fields, says NAPPA Manager Barbara Smith Decker. NAPPA has set the industry standard of excellence for nearly two decades and the award is a much-sought honour by manufacturers, artists, authors and product designers. When parents see the NAPPA Gold or Honours seal on winning products, they're assured of a high quality, fun and educational experience for their children. NAPPA is recognized for its service to parents, having won the Parenting Publications of America's Gold Award for Editorial Excellence. NAPPA is a program administered by Dominion Media, a division of Dominion Enterprises, and promoted in association with parenting publications across the United States and on the web at Parenthood.com
