Brushing teeth can sometimes be a struggle.

I let the kids brush their teeth with ‘their’ toothbrushes then when I brush their teeth with ‘my’ toothbrush I sing the ABC’s & Counting song. If they start to fight it, bite down or not open their mouth wide enough then I ‘tickle’ their gums and cheeks with the toothbrush.

By letting them brush their teeth first gives them independence and practice. By tickling and singing, we’re making it more fun for them and less of a chore. The singing of the ABC’s & 123′s in a daily routine, helps them to learn them quicker.

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