Big Emotions
Your child is crying after being told “no.” What’s the first step?
Validate the emotion (“I see you’re upset”)
What does it mean to “pause before responding”?
Taking a moment to calm yourself before speaking
What is positive reinforcement?
Rewarding/acknowledging good behavior
Your child ignores you the first time. What’s a better approach than yelling?
Calm repetition + clear direction
Why is tone important when talking to kids?
Sets emotional tone + models behavior
True or False: Ignoring emotions helps them go away faster
False
Which is better: reacting emotionally or responding calmly?
Responding calmly
Which is better: “good job” OR specific praise?
Specific praise
Your child says “I don’t care.” What should you avoid?
Arguing or engaging emotionally
What is a clear boundary?
A firm, consistent expectation
Name one calming strategy you can teach your child.
Deep breathing, counting, taking a break etc.
Name one way to stay calm in the moment
Deep breath, step away, lower voice etc.
Give an example of specific praise
"I like how you…”
Your child actually listens right away—what should you do?
Praise immediately
Give an example of a calm boundary statement
“We are not yelling. We can talk when you’re calm.”
Your child is yelling. What should you avoid doing?
Yelling back/escalating
What is a power struggle?
Back-and-forth arguing/control battle
Name a non-monetary reward
Extra screen time, choice, praise
Your child refuses homework. What’s one effective strategy?
Offer choices, stay calm
Should consequences be immediate or delayed?
Immediate (when possible)
Why is it important to name emotions for your child?
Builds emotional awareness + regulation skills
Why should parents avoid power struggles?
Escalates behavior + reduces effectiveness
Why does positive reinforcement work?
Encourages behavior to be repeated
Your child is disrespectful. What’s the first step?
Stay calm + address behavior, not attack child
Why is consistency important in parenting?
Builds structure, trust, and behavior change