Weekday Reflection: Building Up, Tearing Down

Read: "Our language can build children up or tear them down. It can model respectful and caring social interactions or just the opposite. Effective language encourages and supports students in their learning, rather than criticizing them for their mistakes." -- Angela Maiers, from her blog post "Two Powerful Words: I Notice"

Reflect: Is the language I use with my child more about building up or tearing down? Do I focus so much on correction that I become too critical? Can I try today to say more positive than negative things today?

Respond in the comments with your own thoughts on this quote and how it applies to your life with your child.

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