Teeth are for eating!

Sometimes, toddlers forget that teeth are for eating (not biting)! In this story, Javi learns that teeth are for eating, and that he can use words if he wants somethingGrown-ups, try this at home! Did you try this with your child? How'd it go? Connect with us at [email protected], or on IG at @RealStoriesRealChildren and let us know! Tips for Caregivers:Often, children bite because they don't have the language (or enough practice with language) to say what they want/need. Work on short phrases with your child to help them know what they can say ("stop," "please," "no," etc.). If your child is still learning how to talk, you can teach them sign language or another physical movement to indicate if they want (or do not want) something. If you're working on not biting and substituting words or signing, be sure to be extremely responsive the first few times your child uses words/signs so that they understand that words/signs can help them communicate. Sometimes children bite if they've tried another form of communication that hasn't worked.