It's a beautiful day — the sun is shining, the birds are
chirping. What could be more perfect than a bike ride? But wait!
Before you pull your bike out of the garage, let's find out how
to stay safe on two wheels. Why Is Bicycle Safety So Important?
Bike riding is a lot of fun, but accidents happen. The safest
way to use your bike is for transportation, not play. Every
year, about 300,000 kids go to the emergency department because
of bike injuries, and at least 10,000 kids have injuries that
require a few days in the hospital. Some of these injuries are
so serious that children die, usually from head injuries. A head
injury can mean brain injury. That's why it's so important to
wear your bike helmet. Wearing one doesn't mean you can be
reckless, but a helmet will provide some protection for your
face, head, and brain in case you fall down. A Helmet How-To
Bike helmets are so important that the U.S. government has
created safety standards for them. Your helmet should have a
sticker that says it meets standard