Saying ‘No’ to Your Child

IEL Resources

• Tip Sheet: Encouraging Words
• Tip Sheet: Helping Children Develop “Impulse Control”
• Tip Sheet: Manners and Preschoolers
• Tip Sheet: Positive Guidance for Young Children: Be Consistent
• Tip Sheet: Positive Guidance for Young Children: Be Thoughtful
• Tip Sheet: Positive Guidance for Young Children: Plan Ahead
• Tip Sheet: Positive Guidance for Young Children: Take a Break and Calm Down
• Tip Sheet: Say What You Mean! Talking Straight to Children
• Tip Sheet: Using Words to Discipline Children

Web Resources

• Discipline and Limit Setting
  This Zero to Three page provides information on how caregivers can help young children develop self-control and self-regulation.
• It’s Okay to Say No
  This article discusses the importance of telling children “no” and how it ca help to build self-control.
• Setting Limits: Helping Children Learn Self-Regulation
  This short article from PBS 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.
• Your Parenting Toolbox: 7 Tools for Setting Limits with Young Children
  This short article provides strategies to use when young children are acting out.