Supporting perseverance can be as easy as:
- Cheer for the try! – Tell them you’re proud of their effort, even when things don’t go perfectly
- Add the magic word “yet” – They can’t do it yet, but they’re getting closer every day!
- Give them space to shine – Step back and watch them figure it out on their own
- Make mistakes silly, not scary – Laugh together when things go wrong and try again
- Show them your super tries – Let them see you keep going when something’s tricky
- Notice their strategies – “I saw you try three different ways!”
- Read perseverance stories – Books about characters who keep trying
- Model persistence – Let them see you struggle and keep going
Print the certificate
Help your child personalize their “I CAN DO IT!” perseverance certificate by adding drawings or words that celebrate their perseverance and growth!
Let your child lead the creative process – there’s no right or wrong way to celebrate perseverance! Display their finished certificate somewhere special at home as a reminder of how amazing they are when they keep trying.
Drawing prompts to encourage:
- Draw doing something they’re learning or practicing
- A time they kept trying even when it was hard
- Things that make them feel strong and capable
- Fun symbols like stars, hearts, or their favorite colors
Word ideas to add:
- I CAN!
- Keep Going!
- I Did It!
- Their name with pride
