Valerie Reiss

Valerie Reiss is a writer, editor, and mama based in Western Massachusetts, trying to raise an honest three-year-old. For more of her work: www.valeriereiss.com.

Sorry, not sorry

Teaching kids to say sorry (and mean it)

Genuine apologies facilitate forgiveness and reconciliation. But you can’t force them. Here’s how to teach kids to say "I'm sorry" — and mean it.

Does saying “don’t tattle” send kids the wrong message?

We want kids to learn to work things out on their own instead of coming to us with every problem. But does teaching kids not to tell encourage dishonesty?