A guide for talking to preschoolers

Positive ways to talk

This guide offers a range of options to help you talk and listen to your child in a positive, constructive way. It includes a series of 12 articles designed to be read in sequence. Start with the article, Positive Ways to Talk. At the bottom of each article, there is a link to the next article in the sequence. Click to follow.

• Start with Positive Ways to Talk

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  I can't believe I said that!

  Strategies for admitting to your child that you were wrong and apologising.
   
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  Quick tips on talking to kids

  A slideshow of tips on talking to kids about almost anything.
  
   

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  Negotiating with children

  How to negotiate and achieve a 'win-win' outcome for you and your child.
   
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  Why talking is important

  Talking and listening to your child improves your bond and encourages them to listen to you.
   

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  Handling meltdowns

  There are effective techniques for responding to a preschooler's tantrums and big feelings.
   
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  How preschoolers communicate

  Knowing how your preschooler communicates can help you connect in a positive way.