What to do if your child is telling little white lies
Between six and seven years, children develop a sense of right and wrong. Before that, fantasy and fact may be confused. 'I saw a monkey in the garden,' might mean, 'I wish I could see a monkey in the garden.'
If you think your child's lying about something, gently tell him that honesty is best and avoid hefty penalties when he owns up to mistakes.
Praise him when he shows he knows truth from fantasy and celebrate his imagination ? it'll give him a head start at school.
Annette Maloney, health visitor.
By Annette Maloney
