what response would you say if a child tells you "i don't want to do this"?

Answer 1

An example is critical here.
Assuming it is an appropriate thing your asking the child to do;

Mom and child:

1. I would tell my son either "we can do it together this time but next time it will be YOUR responsibility"
2. "You will need to do this before you do anything else." ( break down the task in stages if he felt overwhelmed)
3. "Sorry Charlie" you knew you would have to clean up your toys before you pulled them out. No more talking, get busy."
4. " If I have been dealing with a whining child all day I would say " I am not asking you if you want to do this, just get it done!" (snapping my finger and pointing)

Answer 2

It would depend on the situation and my relationship to the child. As a general rule, I would first make sure the child knew what I wanted him or her to do and then ask why he or she did not want to do it. If the reason was good enough, I might let it go. Otherwise, I would explain why I needed the child to do it.

Answer 3

It depends on what your child doesn't want to do. For example: Pick up that worm. I don't want to do this. Do you make him/her ? NO. Another example: Do your home work. I don't want to do this. You punish them.

Answer 4

if he or she is right, you should give up. if not,you can persuade he or she to do that with some benefits. but if he or she don't accept your suggestion,you should give up also. because nobody like being forced to do something. and forcing will often be counterproductive.

Answer 5

Reward him with something. Tell him/her that if he does it, you'll give him something (like candy or let him play with toys ect.)

Answer 6

KID: " Mom, I don't want to do this."

MOM: " Can you please give me a reason?"