Prizeworthy: How to Meaningfully Connect, Build Character, and Unlock the Potential of Every Child

Gold Nautilus Book Award Winner

Learn how skillfully prizing kids (rather than mindlessly praising) can be a game changer in your relationship as a parent, teacher, or helper.

Our culture is addicted to "good job!"—our all-purpose, feel-good, non-specific, or high-bar-setting verbal praise—especially when we talk to our kids. However, research shows that generic praise is insufficient and sometimes even backfires in nudging them toward their potential or helping kids navigate challenging mome...