We all learn from positive interactions and like to get encouragement. Preschool children need to be noticed, recognized, and encouraged, too. Here are some sample phrases you can use to celebrate and encourage a preschool child:

• I am glad to see you. How are you today?
• You are working so hard on that (puzzle, structure, artwork).
• You read that entire book. That took a lot of concentration!
• I can see that you are really interested in that book.
• I see that you are taking turns and working together.
• I bet you are proud of your painting!
• Look at how happy your friend is that you helped with that heavy basket!
• You look so excited to try the new game!
• I noticed you wrote your name all by yourself.
• Tell me about your structure.
• That was really challenging, and you stuck with it.
• You can do hard things.
• Can I take a picture of you and your creation?
• Let me write down your words, so we remember this.
• Let's take a picture of this for your family.
• I notice you seem frustrated. Can we work together to find a better solution?