As moms we say this probably 25 thousand times a day… We want to support and encourage our kids, but by saying the exact same thing, the exact same way all day long, it loses its effect…
“You ate all of your peas. Good job!” “You did a good job putting away the toys.”
A “good job” now and then is fine, but it doesn’t help children understand why what they did was good. Preschoolers need to know what they did, why it worked, or why it shows they are capable. Try the following suggestions to give preschoolers specific, detailed information that recognizes their achievements and encourages their learning.
Follow the link to this awesome article that will give you ideas how you can help your child recognize their achievements and encourage learning.
https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/tyc/oct2013/10x-good-job-alternatives
“You ate all of your peas. Good job!” “You did a good job putting away the toys.”
A “good job” now and then is fine, but it doesn’t help children understand why what they did was good. Preschoolers need to know what they did, why it worked, or why it shows they are capable. Try the following suggestions to give preschoolers specific, detailed information that recognizes their achievements and encourages their learning.
Follow the link to this awesome article that will give you ideas how you can help your child recognize their achievements and encourage learning.
https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/tyc/oct2013/10x-good-job-alternatives
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