If a child is ignored when she is playing quietly, this positive behaviour is not rewarded. If the only time your child gets a parent's attention is when she is crying or nagging, that is the behaviour the parent is rewarding. If a child is given a lot of attention and deserved praise, she will be more likely to use appropriate behaviour. Sincere and honest praise works much better than punishment. Rewards A reward for a particular behaviour should occur as a natural result of that behaviour.
Compliments are also a logical reward for a good job.
Even a child enjoys receiving compliments. Focus on the activity. It recognizes her ability to do the task and to do it well. This helps her feel competent and able to learn more. Time spent away from it all can refresh the child and the parent.