1.3 Use specific and descriptive encouragement for children’s skills, behavior, and activities.

  1. Watch a clip of the CELL video "Tune In"
  2. Watch a clip of the CELL video "Get In Step With Responsive Teaching"
  3. Post behavior expectations and regularly review during large group instruction.
    Watch: "Teaching rules 2" (role play activity) and "Stop and Go Activity"
  4. Give specific feedback on appropriate child behavior linking back to the posted behavior expectations. Use positive specific encouragement.
    Read: "Acknowledging Expectations and Rules"
  5. Use the child’s name and tell him exactly what he did right.
    Read: "Helpful Tips: For encouraging the positive"