Episode 5: 3 Things to Say Instead of "Good Job" (That Spark Real Conversation)

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🎙 Episode 5: 3 Things to Say Instead of "Good Job" (That Spark Real Conversation)

Let’s be clear—there’s nothing wrong with saying “Good job!” But what if you could level up your praise to build confidence, spark conversation, and boost learning?

In this episode, Alex shares three powerful phrases you can use instead of generic praise to help students feel truly seen—and deepen their reflection in the process.

✨ You’ll hear:

1. Why shifting your feedback builds language and confidence
2. 3 simple go-to phrases to replace or expand on “Good job!”
3. Easy examples of how to use them in real classroom moments

These small swaps can make a big impact—and your students will feel the difference.

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📝 Related blog post > https://thekindergartenconnection.com/3-ways-to-give-positive-feedback-in-the-classroom/

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