Let us know some of the fascinating tooth fairy traditions from different parts of the world, which makes losing teeth fun for kids. The tooth fairy is a common story in western countries, where the tooth fairy compensates for the loss of a tooth with money or some other gift. Itturns out that the tradition of tooth fairy is not just limited to western countries but rather to many other parts of the world. Some of these traditions are quirky, some fascinating. So, let’s dive into the magical world of tooth fairy tradition from all around the world. Spain and most Hispanic countries. Most the Hispanic speaking countries such as Chile, Mexico, Spain, and Peru have a fascinating tooth fairy tradition in which the tooth fairy takes the form of a mouse. Then the mouse grabs the tooth from under the pillow and replaces it with money and a gift. In some of these countries, children put their milk teeth in a glass of water for the very thirsty mouse tooth fairy or Raton Perez, as he is called. He takes the tooth, quenches his thirst and leaves a gift or some money behind. Children love him, and he even has a children’s museum dedicated to him in Spain. Middle East (Iraq, Egypt, and Jordon). In some Middle Eastern countries, especially Iraq, Egypt and Jordon, kids are made to throw their teeth high up towards the sky. Many believe that this tradition of throwing teeth dates back to the 13th century. It is believed that throwing teeth right up towards the sky, specificallytowards sun, can make teeth grow faster. South Africa. Interestingly, in South Africa, the best place to hide teeth is not under the pillow. It is in the slipper. Yes, you heard it right! Children place their milk teeth in the slipper for the tooth fairy, and money or gifts magically appear in the morning. France. Mouses are pretty popular when it comes to collecting milk teeth, it seems. The French tooth fairy mouse is called La Bonne Petite Souris collects teeth from under the pillows and replace it with coins and sweets. Nepal. People, especially children, are very protective about their milk teeth. It is widely believed that if a bird eats a milk tooth, then other teeth won’t grow in its place. So, to avoid it, they bury their tooth so that birds can’t find them. So, what is the tooth fairy tradition in your country?
