We all need a bit of encouragement now and then. From small successes to meeting big goals, it always feels good to hear “you’re great!” How will you show some encouragement to a child or Little in your life? Here are 27 ways to say “you’re great” to kids.
- You’re a terrific kid, I enjoy spending time with you!
- Thanks for showing good character when you . . .
- That’s a really creative idea.
- I’m impressed with how you solved that problem.
- You showed real leadership on that.
- Really nice effort!
- Will you show me how to do that?
- I appreciate when you . . .
- You did an outstanding job.
- I hope you feel proud of yourself!
- Looks like you put a lot of work into that and it paid off!
- You learned that really fast! I knew you could do it.
- Learning is about making mistakes — keep trying—you’ll get it.
- You showed good sportsmanship.
- That was so kind!
- Way to go my friend!
- Well done! That’s really a strength for you.
- How did you come up with that? Very clever!
- You get better at this all the time.
- I hear what you’re saying, that sounds important to you.
- That was beautiful, you’re so talented.
- I like when you try something new!
- When you say thank you it really shows you care.
- I love your sense of humor, you make me laugh!
- I admire when you . . .
- I know that was difficult but you showed a lot of courage!
- I believe in you!
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