Parenting: The Challenge

It can be difficult for parents when they learn that their child has stolen something or has been stealing in general. They could be doing this for a variety of reasons, a need for attention, peer pressure, or because they are angry. First of all let the child know that stealing is not ok. Have them return the object or pay for it. Don’t lecture them or tell them that they will become a thief when they grow up. Make it very clear that this kind of behavior is not acceptable. They need to understand that this is not a good way to get what they want or to prove something to someone.