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Episode 5: 3 Things to Say Instead of "Good Job" (That Spark Real Conversation)


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🎙 Episode 5: 3 Things to Say Instead of "Good Job" (That Spark Real Conversation)


Let’s be clear—there’s nothing wrong with saying “Good job!” But what if you could level up your praise to build confidence, spark conversation, and boost learning?


In this episode, Alex shares three powerful phrases you can use instead of generic praise to help students feel truly seen—and deepen their reflection in the process.


✨ You’ll hear:

  1. Why shifting your feedback builds language and confidence
  2. 3 simple go-to phrases to replace or expand on “Good job!”
  3. Easy examples of how to use them in real classroom moments


These small swaps can make a big impact—and your students will feel the difference.


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📝 Related blog post > https://thekindergartenconnection.com/3-ways-to-give-positive-feedback-in-the-classroom/


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The Happy Teaching Podcast with The Kindergarten Connection is the go-to podcast for Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers who want simple, effective, and joyful teaching strategies—fast!

Hosted by Alex John, this bite-sized podcast delivers classroom management tips, engaging lesson ideas, and real-life solutions you can implement immediately. Whether you're looking to create smoother routines, build stronger student connections, or bring more fun into your teaching day, each episode (in ten minutes or less!) is designed to make your job easier and your classroom happier.

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