There are two critical ways in which you can get your children to use the Second Step skills that they are learning in their classrooms. One, use the skills yourself and, secondly, compliment your children when you see them using the skills. There is a lot of evidence that suggests that the easiest and quickest way to change a child’s behavior is to be a good role model. Good modeling needs to come from school and home. Children will imitate adult actions, especially if the adult is encouraging. Your encouragement and praise are essential when it comes to building your children’s self confidence and their ability to be successful in social situations. Let your children know when they do something you like. Be specific about what your children have done well, and let them know how it makes you feel. Your positive words do make a difference to your child, no matter what he or she may say. When children roll their eyes at you, remember, their ears are still open.