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100+ Ways to Praise a Child: Encouragement that Builds Confidence
NLPBRAIN HEALTHRELATIONSHIPS
Deborah Colleen Rose
2/12/20252 min read
One of the most powerful ways to nurture a child's growth, confidence, and self-esteem is through praise. Positive reinforcement not only acknowledges a child's efforts but also motivates them to keep pushing forward, helping them develop a sense of achievement and self-worth. Whether they're trying something new or excelling in a task, the right words can encourage them to believe in their abilities and build a stronger, more resilient mindset. Here are over 100 creative and meaningful ways to praise a child that will brighten their day and help them grow into confident individuals.
Compliments for Effort and Success:You’re special
You’re catching on
How smart!
Way to go!
Now you’ve got it
How nice!
Super!
Big hug!
That’s incredible!
WOW!
Good job!
Hot dog!
Outstanding!
You’re fantastic!
Dynamite!
Excellent!
Bravo!
Nothing can stop you!
Great!
Hurray for you!
Phenomenal!
Good!
You’re on target!
You’re beautiful!
Neat!
You’re on your way!
You’re unique!
Well done!
Cool!
Good for you!
Remarkable!
I like you!
You’re a winner!
I knew you could do it!
Remarkable job!
Beautiful sharing!
I’m proud of you!
I trust you!
Beautiful work!
Superstar!
You’re a good friend!
You’re important!
Nice work!
You make me happy!
You belong!
You’re on top of it!
You make me laugh!
You’re a joy!
Looking good!
Spectacular!
I respect you!
Beautiful!
What an imagination!
You’re a treasure!
Now you’re flying!
You mean a lot to me!
You’re wonderful!
You should feel good about that!
Exceptional!
Awesome!
You’re spectacular!
You’re incredible!
A+ job!
You’re darling!
Outstanding performance!
You’re A-OK!
You care!
You brighten my day!
You are fun!
Fantastic!
You mean the world to me!
You made my day!
You’re precious!
That’s correct!
That’s the best!
Great discovery!
You’re a joy!
You’re my buddy!
You’ve discovered the secret!
You’re perfect!
You tried hard!
You figured it out!
You learned it right!
A big kiss!
Hip, hip, hooray!
You’ve got a friend!
You are sweet!
Bingo!
Magnificent!
Marvelous!
Terrific!
You’re important!
You’re growing up!
You’re sensational!
Super work!
Creative job!
Super job!
Fantastic job!
You are exciting!
You’re a real trooper!
You are responsible!
What a good listener!
Praise has the remarkable ability to make a child feel seen, valued, and motivated. Whether it’s for a small victory or a larger achievement, encouraging words can be a game-changer in shaping a child’s mindset and confidence. With these 100+ creative ways to praise, you can easily brighten a child’s day and contribute positively to their emotional and personal development. The key is to ensure that the praise feels genuine and is offered with sincere recognition of their efforts. Remember, a little encouragement goes a long way in fostering a child’s growth into a confident, resilient individual. How do you think your experiences would have been different growing up, if you heard just one of these statements every day of your life? I think I would be president now if I had!