However, when it progresses to telling tall tales that are more lie than a story, you should act by teaching her the difference between telling a story and lying. When small children start telling tall tales, your first reaction might be amusement. Understanding the difference between fact and fiction can help your child reduce her tall tale behaviour. • When she’s clearly telling a tall tale gently point out untrue parts, and say you’re disappointed that she isn’t telling you the truth. Here are tips to do that:• Teach her the difference between a fictional story and a tall tale.

Source: Standard Digital June 08, 2016 07:41 UTC