Bye Bye Biting: Strategies For Prevention & Response

Toddler - Pre-K
Rated 4.9 out of 5 
When a bite happens, one child has been hurt, another needs your support, and you're trying to keep the day moving while keeping everyone safe. This course was built by former teachers and clinicians who've lived that moment. You'll understand why young children bite and know exactly what to do when it happens, so bites happen less and everyone feels safer.

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After this course, you'll be able to:

  • Understand the many reasons young children bite - from sensory needs to big emotions
  • Respond to a bite with a calm, step-by-step plan for the child who bit, the child who was bitten, and the rest of the room
  • Collaborate with families to create compassionate, consistent responses that support every child's wellbeing
  • Talk with families about biting without blame or panic

What's Inside:

  • Introduction
  • Why Kids Bite
  • Responding to Bites
  • Strategies to Reduce Biting

 Bonus Materials

Two downloadable handouts, including one with tips for having conversations with families when a dreaded bite happens in your classroom.
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This course features audio narration, interactive activities, enhanced visuals, instant feedback, and scenario-based learning for an engaging learning experience. Closed captions and downloadable transcripts are also available. 

Results From Real Classrooms

As usual with IMPACT courses, the education and expertise of the presenters shines through. I also love the emphasis on focusing on the behavior, its root causes and potential solutions; the child is not the problem and this training articulates that very well, while still acknowledging the challenging nature of biting incidents in an ECE program.
Educator from Washington State
I am  excited to  have my lead teachers and assistants do this training during our in-service day that is coming up. I think it will help all of us in infant, toddler and preschool classes. 
Director from Washington State
This course provided useful information about ages/reasons why children bite, how often this occurs and how to manage with both the children and the parents.  It is so important to help parents understand that we are working with them, partnering to help their child navigate their feelings and how they respond. 
Educator from West Virginia 

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This course was created by a multidisciplinary team of early childhood educators, administrators, and therapists with real-world classroom experience. Our content is grounded in evidence-based practices and trusted by over 15,000 educators nationwide – so you can be sure every strategy is practical, inclusive, and research-informed.
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Questions Educators Ask Us

Does this count toward my required training hours?

You'll earn 1 clock hour and a certificate of completion you can submit to your state registry or licensor.

How long do I have access?

12 months from purchase. Watch it in one sitting or come back to the family-conversation lesson the night before a tough pickup chat.

I teach infants. Could I benefit from this course?

Yes. The course focuses on toddler through Pre-K, but biting can happen at any age, and some of the strategies included in this course can be applicable to infants too. 

What if I've already tried everything?

If you've been handed the same three tips for years, we get it. This course starts with why the usual advice fails and goes from there. It was built by people who've stood in a toddler room during a biting streak, not just written about one.

Can I buy this for my whole team?

Yes, and it's easier in bulk. Fill out the group purchasing form below and we'll handle enrollment for everyone on one invoice.

The next bite doesn't have to rattle you.

For $19, you'll know exactly what to do. Enroll now and start learning right away. Not sure yet? Try our free 30-minute course, Heavy Work, and see how IMPACT teaches before you spend a dollar.
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Want to enroll your whole team?

We make it easy to purchase courses for multiple people or your whole team. Just fill out the Bulk Course Request Form, and we'll contact you within 3 business days to confirm your needs. We'll send one invoice for all participants and handle the staff enrollments for you - simple and seamless! 
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