Children repeatedly praised for their inherent intelligence, in contrast to praise for their effort or the use of good strategies, are at risk for negative consequences of that praise. If your ...

This post is in response to Criticizing (Common Criticisms of) Praise By Alfie Kohn In today’s post, I would like to return to the question of praise and engage in collegial debate with fellow PT ...

GREENWOOD, Ind. — It’s no secret: Our words are powerful, and our words can make or break our children. A compliment or high-five at the right moment not only makes them feel good, it teaches them ...

Children are praised way too much for simply completing assigned tasks. And they’re definitely rewarded way too much for just participating in an activity. I’m sure some parents and other adults think ...

In ‘Mindset: The New Psychology of Success,’ psychologist Carol Dweck reveals the right way to recognize children’s accomplishments for long-term success. Many parents with the best intentions ...

The idea of overpraising children often sparks debates among parents. Are we giving too much praise? Or are we just encouraging our kids to feel confident? While praise is essential for children’s ...

Let me start by saying that I am extremely proud of my children. I’m proud of their manners, kind hearts, and willingness to share with other children and not act like complete monsters. I’m proud of ...