3 Helpful Hints for Dealing with a Biter

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3 Helpful Hints for Dealing with a Biter

A setting with a collective approach to children expressing challenging behaviours such as biting will…

  • Work together as a team to support the children through this challenging time.
  • Develop a proactive approach to problem solving and increase awareness around triggers.
  • Communicate well across the team and with parents and other stakeholders where necessary.
  • Have a safe and supportive environment for children and staff.

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Try the GIST – good ideas for starting things…

  1. Assess your teams position and room layout, does this support proactive awareness or not? What changes do you need to make?
  2. Build your relationship with the child’s parents as soon as possible so they understand that you want to work with them and are not against them.

Want to learn more?

  1. Read this article for some more information and depth of understanding.
  2. Consider your biting policy and see an example available online here.