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How should I praise my child?

Loving aged grandfather in casual wear kissing little kid while smiling lady doing sketches on cloth in room. Affectionate grown-ups and child strengthening family bonds while engaging in arts.
Family
5 min

The ambivalent side of praise

Praise is not the most effective way of boosting children's self-confidence.

Columns
3 min

How do you praise a child correctly?

The 14-year-old son of Franz and Berta from Basel is one of the best in his class. He recently complained that his parents didn't recognise his achievements enough.

Not all praise is the same: five tips for parents
Education
2 min

How to praise correctly: 5 tips for parents

Parents praise their children with the best of intentions. Some studies show that not all praise has a meaningful effect.

7 tips on how to praise your child correctly
Education
4 min

7 tips on how to praise your child correctly

Praise encourages children to take on new challenges and makes them proud. However, incorrectly dosed or incorrectly formulated praise can unsettle and frighten children.

A mother stands in front of a table at which her two children are sitting and colouring. She is talking about parental pride.
Education
2 min

«I am proud of my children's commitment»

Barbora Gerny has a special view of parental pride. Instead of celebrating her children's top achievements, she celebrates their enthusiasm and commitment.

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