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Flo the Lyin' Fly: A Story About Telling the Truth

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Flo the Lyin' Fly (Max Lucado's Hermie & Friends)

by Keith Goodman

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2745 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	18 pages

Flo the Lyin' Fly is a children's book written by Max Lucado. The book tells the story of Flo, a fly who loves to tell tall tales. Flo's lies always get her into trouble, but she never learns her lesson. One day, Flo tells a lie that hurts her friend, Hermie. Flo realizes that she needs to change her ways, and she learns the importance of telling the truth.

Flo the Lyin' Fly is a charming and engaging story that teaches children the importance of telling the truth. The book is illustrated with beautiful watercolor paintings by Randy Cecil. Flo the Lyin' Fly is a great book for children of all ages.

The Importance of Telling the Truth

Telling the truth is important for many reasons. First, it builds trust. When people know that you are honest, they are more likely to believe what you say. Second, telling the truth helps you to maintain your integrity. When you tell the truth, you are acting in accordance with your values. Third, telling the truth can help you to avoid getting into trouble. If you tell a lie, you may be caught and punished. Fourth, telling the truth can help you to feel good about yourself. When you tell the truth, you know that you are ng the right thing.

How to Teach Children the Importance of Telling the Truth

There are many ways to teach children the importance of telling the truth. Here are a few tips:

Be a good example. Children learn by watching the adults in their lives. If you want your child to tell the truth, you need to be honest yourself.
Talk to your child about the importance of telling the truth. Explain to your child why it is important to tell the truth and what the consequences can be for lying.
Praise your child when they tell the truth. When your child tells the truth, even if it is difficult, praise them for their honesty.
Use stories to teach your child about the importance of telling the truth. There are many great children's stories that teach about the importance of telling the truth, such as "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" and "The Honest Woodcutter."
Role-play with your child. Role-playing can help children to practice telling the truth in different situations.

Telling the truth is an important life skill. It builds trust, maintains integrity, and can help you to avoid getting into trouble. Parents can teach their children the importance of telling the truth by being good examples, talking to them about it, praising them for their honesty, using stories, and role-playing with them.

Flo the Lyin' Fly (Max Lucado's Hermie & Friends)

by Keith Goodman

4.6 out of 5