Brush Book Bed (BBB) is a program by the American Academy of Pediatrics, to educate families with children to have healthy oral health and bedtime routines. This program has been implemented in Kansas by safety net clinics, Parent as Teachers, Healthy Families, Head Starts and health departments in each region.
"The resources and guidance that Brush Book Bed provides to families of young children has assisted our Kansas Children’s Service League home visitors to increase parent child interactions and oral health care for everyone in the family". - Trina Morgan, Assistant Director for Healthy Families.
At this time, we do not have available funding for this project. Check back for updates!
For Families
Oral hygiene kits are given to establish a daily routine of brushing because toothbrushing reduces the risk of cavities.
Storybooks are provided as a part of encouraging parents to read to child from a young age. Reading a book increases literacy skills and language development.
The books that will be given are:
Potter the Otter: Visits the Dentist
Potter the Otter: A Tale About Water
Happy Teeth
I Brush My Teeth
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter their family's income. Go to their website for more information and to find out if it's available in your area!
Toothbrushing Positions to Try – If you’re struggling with brushing your child’s teeth, try these different positions.
Sitting On The Toilet
(Sentado En El Inodoro)
Hand Over Hand Guidance
(Mano Sobre Mano)
Knee to Knee
(Rodilla Con Rodilla)
Bathroom Counter
- Do Not Leave Child Unattended
(Mostrador Del Cuarto De Baño
- No Deje Al Niño Sin Supervisión)
On The Sofa
(En El Sofa)
Here is a short video to watch before you start Brush Book Bed!
Locations participating in Brush Book Bed are the color blue.
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