Saying ‘No’ to Your Child
This list contains a variety of resources associated with saying ‘no’ to your child.
IEL Resources
- Tip Sheets:
- Encouraging Words
- Helping Children Develop “Impulse Control”
- Manners and Preschoolers
- Positive Guidance for Young Children: Be Consistent
- Positive Guidance for Young Children: Be Thoughtful
- Positive Guidance for Young Children: Plan Ahead
- Positive Guidance for Young Children: Take a Break and Calm Down
- Say What You Mean! Talking Straight to Children
- Using Words to Discipline Children
Web Resources
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Discipline and Limit Setting
(also in Spanish)Source: Zero to Three
This page provides information on how caregivers can help young children develop self-control and self-regulation.
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How to Get Your Child to Accept “No” as an Answer
Source: Understood
This video gives parents strategies in how to clearly say “no” to a child and how to have them hear and accept this answer.
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It’s Okay to Say No
Source: Scholastic
This article discusses the importance of telling children “no” and how it ca help to build self-control.
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Setting Limits: Helping Children Learn Self-Regulation
Source: PBS
This short article describes the benefits and challenges of setting limits with children. It offers do’s and don’ts and suggestions for parents to try at home.
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Your Parenting Toolbox: 7 Tools for Setting Limits with Young Children
Source: Center for Children and Youth
This short article provides strategies to use when young children are acting out.
