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Being Gentle with a Toy

Apr 9, 2026 · 6 min · Ep 12

Sometimes, you want to play rough, but if you play rough with a toy, it can break. In this story, Javi learns that if he plays rough with a toy, it can break, but that there are other ways to play rough. 

Grown-ups, try this at home! 

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Stay tuned for a bonus episode with tips for caregivers! 

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