Frequent Descriptive Praise
Resource Description:
Age Group: Toddler
Resource Category: Exemplar
Credential Level: Level 1
Competency Area: Responsive Interactions and Guidance
In this exemplar video, the teacher says, ‘Thank you for being a helper. I love the way you are cleaning up!’ Notice how the teacher is using descriptive praise to encourage positive behavior and support the child’s efforts–an example of providing frequent descriptive praise to reinforce positive behavior, efforts, interests, and accomplishments.
Resource Video:
Age Group: Toddler
Resource Category: Exemplar
Credential Level: Level 1
Competency Area: Responsive Interactions and Guidance