Why toddlers bite, hit, or throw things and what They’re Really Saying
Toddlers often resort to biting, hitting, or throwing objects because they lack the verbal skills to express intense emotions like frustration or anger. These behaviors are developmental, not malicious. Adults should act as translators, calmly setting boundaries, naming emotions, modeling alternatives, and remaining consistent to help children develop better communication skills.
Toddlers often resort to biting, hitting, or throwing objects because they lack the verbal skills to express intense emotions like frustration or anger. These behaviors are developmental, not malicious. Adults should act as translators, calmly setting boundaries, naming emotions, modeling alternatives, and remaining consistent to help children develop better communication skills.
