What action is taken to praise a child during the lesson?

Verbal praise is an effective and meaningful way to encourage a child during a swim lesson. When instructors use positive language to acknowledge a child's effort, skill improvement, or successful completion of tasks, it helps build the child's self-esteem and motivation. It also reinforces desired behaviors and skills in a personalized manner, allowing the child to understand what they did well and feel appreciated for their efforts.

While other forms of praise, such as clapping, giving stickers, or high-fives, can also be enjoyable and engaging for the child, verbal praise offers a direct and specific form of feedback. It allows for a deeper connection and interaction between the instructor and the child, promoting not only skill development but also a positive learning environment.