Linda’s approach: “Don’t set traps. If you saw them take the cookie, don’t ask ‘Did you take the cookie?’ Say ‘I see the cookie is gone. Let’s talk about what happened and how to make it right.’ This teaches honesty without fear.”

Instead of “How was school?” (to which they answer “Fine”), try:

Linda’s rule: “Don’t be colorblind. Be color-aware.” Point out differences positively: “Isn’t it great that families speak different languages? Can you say hello in their language?”

How the pressure to "post" affects the authentic bond between parent and child. 2. Relationships: The Family Unit Under a Microscope

| Topic | Book title | |-------|-------------| | Friendship | Enemy Pie by Derek Munson | | Fairness | It’s Not Fair! by Amy Krouse Rosenthal | | Emotions | The Color Monster by Anna Llenas | | Family diversity | The Family Book by Todd Parr | | Inclusion | All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold |