Licking is like when your dog uses its tongue to say hello, or when you taste a yummy ice cream with your tongue. It’s a way to feel or taste things! Imagine your tongue is a special kind of paintbrush. When you lick something, your tongue is painting a picture in your mind of what that thing tastes like. It can be sweet like candy or salty like a pretzel. Your tongue has tiny taste buds that help you know what different things taste like. Think of your tongue as a detective. It gathers clues about the food you eat. When you lick, your tongue is using its super detective skills to figure out all the yummy flavors. Sometimes, licking is like giving a big hug with your tongue. When you lick a lollipop, it feels smooth and sugary, just like a hug feels warm and cozy. Licking helps you explore the world of flavors, just like how you explore a new playground. It’s fun and exciting to discover new tastes with your tongue!