The Grumpy Tree. Picture bedtime story

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A minute for thinking

How do you think the world would be like if when anyone makes a mistake there wouldn't be any more opportunities for him? Have you make any mistakes ever? What motivates you more to be better: love or hate?

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Treating someone well when he is bad is difficult. You have to be confident people can change. Tell your child the story of someone (better if he or she is close to you) that has been able to become a better person. Don't forget to tell about those who helped him to achieve that change.

Why don't you try this?

Prepare and decorate a scarf to be set in a special place at home. Anytime someone in your family makes you feel angry, go and place gently the scarf on his or her neck. Don't say anything. Thus, recalling this story, you will show anger can be overcome with affection