Communication · PC-TALK
TEST PC-TALK Strategy Handout: Giving Praise and Positive Attention
One-page handout on the Giving Praise and Positive Attention strategy with examples and suggestions for use with infants and toddlers. Free PDF in English and Spanish.
Use specific, descriptive praise tied to what the child is actually doing — and give attention freely during desired behaviors, not only when correcting unwanted ones. Each strategy handout is one printable page and is available in English and Spanish. Designed for educators, home visitors, and families to use as a quick reference or share during coaching conversations.
Type: Toolkit
Topics: Communication
Audience: Coaches & SpecialistsEarly Childhood EducatorsHome VisitorsParents & Families
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Free with IGDI Data System training
Free to use inside the IGDI Data System. Training is required first; request access and the IGDIs team gets you set up.
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