Chapter 6: Social‐Emotional and Mental Health 2.2.0.7: Handling Physical Aggression, Biting, and Hitting 2.2.0.8: Preventing Expulsions, Suspensions, and Other Limitations in Services They may make a quick note on a sticky pad; take a video or photo; make a note in the child’s chart or daily record; and/or record “frequency counts” of how often a specific behavior (like biting) is observed. Whatever system a teacher uses, it is important to partner with other staff in their setting so that everyone uses a similar approach. Biting is a way to communicate distress, so instead of punishing the child, it’s important to figure out the action or situation that causes the biting—strategies I’ve learned through child development coursework.

Understanding the Context

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Key Insights

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Final Thoughts

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