3.16 – Being honest with our children – scenarios
Look at the following scenarios. Choose two scenarios from the list below. Then answer the following questions:
- How old is your child?
- How would you be honest with your own child in this situation?
- Why is it important to be honest?
| Scenario | |
|---|---|
| 1. It’s all about the money! Your child wants to go on a school trip which is quite expensive. How would you explain honestly that you can’t afford it this time? | |
| 2. Feeling under the weather: You have been feeling a little bit low and depressed for a few days. You haven’t quite been yourself and your child wants to know what’s wrong. | |
| 3. Serious illness: Your child has overheard a conversation you were having with a friend about a neighbour who is seriously ill. How would you explain it honestly for each age group that your children come under? | |
| 4. Single parenthood: Your child comes home from school upset and tells you that their friend has said, “You don’t have a mum/dad.” |
When we are honest with our children they learn to be honest with us. They also understand things better and will be confident that they can trust you.
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