Focus your words and actions specifically on each child's behavior. Correct or encourage children in a more positive way. My brother's a goody goody. I hate him. Sara, toys left on the floor sometimes get stepped on or broken.
Mother watches son reading a book.
I wish your brother was interested in books like you are. All he does is run around and make noise. Proud that mom is pleased. You have been reading that book for the last half hour. I'll bet you are a really good reader.