Many young children do not know how to verbalize what they want. I may become physically aggressive, hitting or pinching to get a toy or to avoid sharing a toy. Other young children are more passive. I may whimper or cry when I want a toy or when someone takes away my toy. To foster appropriate social interactions, you may need to teach me ways to express my feelings that are effective and socially acceptable.
Many young children hit, kick, and bite during play to avoid sharing or to get a toy they want.
Such behavior, while common, is usually not permanent. I may go through aggressive phases before I learn to stand up for my rights in a more socially-acceptable manner. If I am aggressive, show me appropriate ways to express my feelings. Make sure that I realize that using the toy with the other child is another option. When I want a toy that another child has, instruct me to ask for a turn.