Parents want their children to excel in whatever they attempt to do – soccer practice, choir, dance class, math tests, perfect attendance, and even brushing their teeth properly. But few people – let alone children – are great at everything. Take the time to pat your child on the back for what they do well: even if they can’t quite master the circular toothbrush motion, they might be successful flossers or excel in warding off cavities!

So let’s hear from you! What are some of your child’s successes, big or small, that you can pat them on the back for today?