101 Words to Encourage a Child
101 Words to Encourage a Child
By Robyn Brown Surdel
Encouraging children comes in many forms. Here is a terrific list of words you can use every day to encourage your child!
Great Job * Way to go * You are so creative * Your talents never cease * Terrific * Fantastic * You are very thoughtful * Thank you * At-a-boy/girl * I trust you * You are a joy * Stupendous * Marvelous * You are a beautiful person * That was gutsy * I’m so proud of you * You’re a miracle * That was ambitious * Let’s try again * Let’s try it together * You are generous * You’re the best * Great * You make me smile * You’re a great artist * You are super * You’re on your way * I appreciate your … * You are really growing * I am so happy for you * I like the way you handled that * Thank you for your honesty * You are not alone * Outstanding * Congratulations * You can do it * You have a terrific sense of humor * That took a lot of patience * You deserve it * I forgive you * You are courageous * You are independent * Give it a try * Awesome * God loves you * You are so bright * I’m sorry * Please join us * You’re welcome * Let’s go for it! * I see real improvement * You tried your best, I can tell * Wonderful! * I see you like to explore * You’re Clever * You are my sunshine * You are perfect, just the way you are * I respect your privacy * Great idea * That was original * I love your imagination * You’re a great athlete * I love how you sing * You are a good friend * It’s ok to make mistakes * You are very observant * Great listening skills * You are strong and healthy * You’re growing up * I have confidence in your judgement * Thanks for helping * Superstar * You’re special * You’re making progress * You’ve discovered the secret * That’s incredible * You’re unique * You’ve got a friend * You belong * Nothing can stop you now * You really tried * Now you’re flying * Hurray for you * How did you do that * Looking good * You’re doing it * Bingo * Well done * Bravo * I like your work * You’re important * You’re a winner * Exceptional performance * You learned it right * A big hug * A big kiss * I love you *
And remember a smile is worth a thousand words!
About the author:
Robyn Brown Surdel, writer, publisher of www.Robynsnest.com. The website has provided resources and content to news and television entities such as MSNBC, Sony Pictures (Producer’s of NBC’s The Guardian), The John Walsh Show, 20/20, and Dr. Laura Schlesinger. Since then, Robyn’s Nest has evolved into a television series syndicated in 5,000,000 cable subscriber homes every week, syndicated columns in local news papers and her own publication, Connecticut Family Today!
