Homeschooling can be hectic! Your day can be crazy, packed with places to be and books to read and papers to write. And there can be days when you get through the day with a list of “to do’s,” checking off each as you make your way through, but forgetting to take the time to encourage your student and remind them of how proud you are of their efforts.
Here are 30 things to say to your kids to encourage them and help them feel on task and motivated.
- You are the best.
- I am very proud of you.
- I love how you did that.
- I think you are doing a great job.
- I appreciate your effort.
- I know you can do this.
- Look at what you accomplished.
- Thank you for doing that before I asked.
- Tell me more about what you are working on.
- How did you come up with that idea?
- You are so creative.
- You are a great kid.
- I’m so glad that you are my daughter/son.
- You are such a kind person.
- That was so helpful.
- You are growing into quite an intelligent young woman/man.
- I’d love to hear more about that.
- I’m so grateful for you.
- I love spending time with you.
- I really love it when you tell me about that.
- Thank you for obeying the first time.
- You are such a good brother/sister/friend.
- You are very talented.
- I love spending time with you.
- You make that look easy.
- What do you think about it?
- You were very patient today.
- You have such a big heart.
- You have made some amazing progress.
- I love you.
There are so many ways to encourage your kids but some of these phrases might get you started. Encouraging your kids can really help them stay motivated, especially during those busy times.
How do you like to encourage your kids?
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