You hear Randy shout, "No fair!" Then, he hits Marcy. As you move into the situation, the most effective reflection would be:
A) "You're hitting."
B) "You hate Marcy."
C) "You're angry."
D) "You could really hurt each other when you hit like that."
E) "It upsets me when you hit each other. Try talking instead."

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Reflecting feelings accurately helps the child understand their emotions better. Saying "You're angry" acknowledges Randy's emotion without condoning his behavior, encouraging him to express himself in a more appropriate way.

You Hear Randy Shout, "No Fair!" Then, He Hits Marcy