POSITIVE PARENTING
Instead of just saying “Good job,” give an example of something specific you could say when your child cleans up their toys.
Example: “I like how you put all your toys away!”
True or false: Children develop at exactly the same speed
False. Development varies from child to child.
Name five emotions a child might experience.
Examples: happy, sad, angry, scared, frustrated, excited, embarrassed, disappointed, jealous, worried.
Where should medications be kept when young children are in the home?
Secured and out of children's sight and reach; preferably locked when appropriate
True or false: Good parents sometimes feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or need a break
True
True or false: Children should get attention for positive behavior, not only when they're misbehaving.
True. Attention to positive behavior can encourage children to repeat it.
Why might a 2- or 3-year-old say “NO!” so often?
Toddlers are developing independence and learning that they can make choices
True or false: It's okay for a child to feel angry, but it's not okay for them to hurt someone because they're angry.
True
Name three things in a home that could burn or scald a child
Examples: stove, oven, hot water, curling iron, space heater, fireplace, hot drinks, pots and pans.
Name three healthy things a parent could do when they have five minutes to themselves.
Examples: deep breathing, stretching, music, water, sitting quietly, stepping outside, journaling, calling someone supportive.
Your child refuses to get dressed. Give them two appropriate choices that still accomplish what needs to happen.
Example: “Blue shirt or red shirt?” / “Do you want to dress yourself or would you like help?
True or false: A toddler having a tantrum means the parent is doing something wrong
False. Tantrums can be a normal part of development
Your child is crying because another child took their toy. What could you say that acknowledges their feeling?
Example: “You're really upset because you were playing with that toy and it was taken away.”
True or false: It's okay to leave a toddler alone in the bathtub for a minute if the water is shallow
False. Young children need close, active supervision around water.
Finish the sentence: “Asking for help when I'm overwhelmed is a sign of ________, not failure.”
Accept: strength, responsibility, awareness, good parenting, or another reasonable answer.
Change “STOP RUNNING!” into a positive direction that tells the child what you want them to do.
“Please use your walking feet.”
Name three things children can learn through play
Examples: sharing, problem-solving, language, creativity, motor skills, cooperation, taking turns, emotional regulation.
H DAILY DOUBLE: Your 4-year-old gets angry and hits another child. What can you do that addresses the behavior and teaches a better response?
Stop the hitting; ensure safety; calmly state the boundary; acknowledge the feeling; teach words, asking for help, or taking space
Name four things you might childproof when a baby starts crawling or walking.
Examples: stairs, outlets, cabinets, medications, cleaners, tip-over furniture, cords, windows, sharp objects, choking hazards
Name three things that can make it harder for a parent to stay patient
Examples: lack of sleep, hunger, stress, money problems, relationship conflict, rushing, noise, lack of support, work stress.
H DAILY DOUBLE: Your child screams in the store because you won't buy a toy. Name three things you can do without giving in.
Stay calm; acknowledge feelings; maintain the limit; redirect; offer an appropriate choice; move somewhere quieter; leave if needed
A young child suddenly becomes cranky, cries easily, and won't cooperate. Name three basic needs you should consider before assuming they're “being bad.”
Examples: hunger, tiredness, overstimulation, illness, discomfort, fear, connection, movement, or change in routine
Why might trying to lecture a child in the middle of a huge tantrum not work very well?
When extremely upset, children may struggle to listen, process information, and problem-solve. Calm first, teach afterward.
H DAILY DOUBLE: You're exhausted and frustrated, your baby won't stop crying, and you feel like you're losing control. What is the safest thing to do?
Put the baby in a safe place such as their crib, step away briefly to regain control, and seek support if needed. Never shake a baby
True or false: Just because you were parented a certain way doesn't mean you have to parent your child the same way. Explain.
True. Parents can keep what was helpful and choose healthier or more effective approaches for what wasn't