A "reluctant child" refers to a kid who is hesitant or unwilling to do something. They may be hesitant because they are scared, unsure, or simply don't want to do it.
Sentences with «reluctant child»
This book is written partially to engage those particularly reluctant children by offering choices and a range of tools to involve them in a meaningful collaborative therapeutic process. (amazon.com)
I have seen reluctant children, anxious mums and even some dads with knocking knees. (relationships-scotland.org.uk)
Better ways to introduce and successfully complete EMDR with reluctant children (and their parents)? (iowaa4pt.org)