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How do you handle kids who steal? My son steals from me, from stores, and from friends and family. I have no idea how to give Learning Opportunities to him that are appropriate. He is 10. Answer: ...

Nothing prepares a parent for the moment when your young child has a tantrum in a public place. Instead of feeling embarrassed, I now choose to see difficult moments with a fresh perspective.