ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Electric skateboard

An electric skateboard is a skateboard that moves by itself – you don't need to push it with your feet like a regular skateboard! Instead, it has a motor that makes the wheels turn and move the board.

To make this happen, you need a few things. First, you need a battery – like the one in your phone, but bigger. This battery powers the motor and makes the skateboard move. You also need a remote control – like a small joystick – that you hold in your hand. This remote controls the speed and direction of the board.

When you want to move, you use the remote to tell the board to go forward or backward. Then, the motor starts turning the wheels and the board moves! You can adjust how fast it moves by using the remote – if you push it forward more, the board will go faster. And if you pull it back, the board will slow down or stop.

When you're riding an electric skateboard, you don't need to worry about pushing with your feet – instead, you can just focus on staying balanced and having fun! But you still need to be careful not to ride too fast or do anything dangerous. Always wear a helmet and be aware of your surroundings.