“All children are unique and react differently to praise. For some it also depends on their level of self-esteem,” says Christine Loomis, Dean of Curricular Studies at Maryknoll School, who has the daily opportunity to positively praise hundreds of students, including her own children. Compared to vague compliments, which leave room for doubt, intentional praise helps children understand exactly what they did well and encourages them to repeat those positive behaviors in the future. So, how can we best utilize praise to effectively motivate and encourage our child? September/October 2024 HAWAII PARENT 151
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