Why Do Toddlers Throw Food On The Floor. The emergence of throwing food on the floor behavior at this age especially if a dog is waiting below is indisputable indication that the childs development not to mention sense of. When he has eaten it you can add more.
Their way of communicating Once they learn they can drop food it isnt long before they realize that they can throw food off their high chair because they dont want to eat it. Hey look at that it lands on the floor with a thwack. By Patrick A.
This sends a message that this behavior is not acceptable and helps prevent later disruptive behaviors.
Turn away ignore or express displeasure at a plate of food thrown on the floor. When little ones are starting solids theyll eventually notice that food can go somewhere other than their mouths ie. He might also just be curious and wanting to repeat the throwing behaviour to see what happens. Any new skill including the ability to propel an object through the air is exciting at this age.