Teeth are for eating!
From Real Stories for Real Children by Dr. Genevieve D'Cruz
February 26, 2026 · 8 min · Season 1 · Episode 8
About this episode
Javi learns that teeth are for eating and the importance of using words instead of biting.
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 something Grown-ups, try this at home! Did you try this with your child? How'd it go? Connect with us at realstoriesrealchildren@gmail.com, 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 w...
Topics covered
- teeth
- eating
- toddlers
- language
- parenting
Keywords
- biting
- communication
- caregivers
- storytelling
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