Praise Should Tell Children What They Did RightImagine your child shares a favorite toy with a sibling. When Praise Becomes Too MuchMany parents worry they don’t praise their children enough. Praise Changes as Children GrowThe type of praise children need evolves with age. One Powerful Addition: GratitudeSome of the most meaningful conversations between parents and children combine praise with gratitude. Children need to know they are loved for who they are—not only for what they accomplish.