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How Do You Punish a Nine Year Old Who Steals?
B.T.
asks from Springfield
Hello, i am looking for some helpful ideas on effective ways to punish our nine year old son who stole $40 and then lied about it. After he was confronted with the fa...
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See all- Hi B., First of all, I want to stress that the word "punishment" makes children feel like they are "bad" people. As an educator, i have been taught that here are ...
- This is a very serious offense. He should write I formal, written apology to his grandmother and return the money. I would also have him do yard work or chores for ...
- Hi B., I agree that punishing isn't the most effective solution and that talking to him about it, why it's wrong, why lying about it is wrong etc. However, you migh...