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Your Child’s Self-Esteem [Nemours Kids Health]: Kids who feel good about themselves have the confidence to try new things. They are more likely to try their best. They feel proud of what they can do. Self-esteem helps kids cope with mistakes. It helps kids try again, even if they fail at first. As a result, self-esteem helps kids do better at school, at home, and with friends.

The importance of positive self-esteem for kids [Understood.org]: Self-esteem is how much people value themselves and how important they believe they are in their world. You might hear people talk about the importance of self-esteem in kids, and “positive self-esteem” in particular. But what exactly is it? And why does it matter so much? Simply put, positive self-esteem is when people feel good about themselves. Learn more about positive self-esteem, and how to help your child build it.

How to build a child’s self-esteem. Hint: It doesn’t involve praise [The Washington Post]: Instead of giving compliments, help your child develop the skills to complete challenges on their own, and let competence breed confidence.

Simple Ways to Boost Your Child’s Self-Esteem [Parents.com]: A positive sense of self is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child. Children with high self-esteem feel loved and competent and develop into happy, productive people. To help build your child’s positive self-image as he grows, consider these dos and don’ts.

Five Ways to Foster Self-Esteem in Kids [Mindful.org]: Parents often respond to children’s self-doubt by offering praise. But what they really need is help to quiet their inner critic.