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How to Praise Your Child
From your Parenting of K-6 Children Guide
The behavioral effect of praise is to reinforce your child's correct behavior and self-discipline. Praise increases the bond of affection between parent and child and builds self-esteem.
Time Required: 1 minute
Here's How:
- Look your child in the eye.
- Move close to your child.
- Smile.
- Praise a specific behavior. "You did a great job cleaning up your room."
- Speak with feeling and sincerity.
- Touch your child affectionately, maybe a pat on the back.
- Praise immediately, as soon as you notice commendable behavior.
Tips:
- Praise should be honest and specific.
- Don't dilute the effectiveness of praise by overdoing it or being insincere.
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