Bikes are often one of the first things that offer kids a way to get out in the world. This list of new children’s books about bikes shares all of the fun that bike riding can provide, and the ways a bike can open the world for kids.

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The New Bicycle

Written by Darcy Day Zoells

This beautiful story follows a young girl named Mari who lives a normal life in a normal neighborhood. But when she gets her first bicycle, it opens up a world of possibilities. Soon she is traveling to new places, making new friends, and having grand adventures. This book celebrates the world of possibilities that a new bike offers to kids, and the imaginative adventures that Mari goes on are sure to inspire their own adventures.

Joy Ride

Written by Sherri Duskey Rinker and illustrated by Ana Ramirez Gonzalez

In this story, a young girl named Joy fixes up a bike with her grandfather. They give it all kinds of personality and flair, perfect for Joy. But when some neighborhood kids tease her about her special bike, she decides to get rid of it. However, she soon comes to realize that being the same as everyone else isn’t any fun at all. The story is paired with adorable illustrations bursting with color and joy.

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Wild Blue

Written by Dashka Slater and illustrated by Laura Hughes

Kayla is a young girl whose father decides it is time for her to move up to a big girl bike. But when Kayla tries to ride her new blue bike, she keeps getting thrown off. Her dad encourages her to get on and try again, and show the bike who is boss. The text and the illustrations use wild horse imagery to show how big a task the new bike is for Kayla, and celebrate the big milestone for kids moving from training wheels to a big kid bike.

The Fastest Tortoise in Town

Written by Howard Calvert and illustrated by Karen Obuhanych

This spin on the classic tale of the tortoise and the hare, follows Barbara Hendricks, a tortoise as she enters a road race. As the race approaches, she worries about her chances. But her friend and owner Lorraine inspires her to keep trying and to try her best. This is a sweet story of perseverance that highlights the importance of supportive friends and believing in yourself.

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Elena Rides

Written by Juana Medina

In this early reader, an elephant named Elena learns the importance of perseverance when learning to ride a bike. Kids will easily relate to Elena as she struggles with learning something new, and will also appreciate the cute cartoon illustrations. This is a great book for any child learning to ride a bike, or learning to do anything new.

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