Specific Descriptive Praise
Resource Description:
Age Group: Infant
Resource Category: Exemplar
Credential Level: Level 1
Competency Area: Responsive Interactions and Guidance
In this exemplar video, a teacher notices an infant becoming upset and gently responds with praise and conversation about the bottle the child is holding. Notice how the teacher acknowledges the child’s cues and offers soothing interaction—an example of offering specific descriptive praise and encouragement that lets children know what they are doing well.
Resource Video:
Age Group: Infant
Resource Category: Exemplar
Credential Level: Level 1
Competency Area: Responsive Interactions and Guidance