Kids ask the darndest questions!

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Tiffi finds an article that catches her attention about children’s questions that stump the parents.  

‘Sometimes kids ask questions which leave you wondering whether to laugh or cry. But for the child, it's important to learn the answer. Kids don't want to be ignored, lied to, or laughed at because of their naivety.

Be honest, but don't go into too much detail.

"When people love each other, they kiss and hug. Dad gives mom his cells. They join with mom's, and a baby starts growing in her belly. He's tiny and swims like a fish inside mom. He gets bigger, and one day there's no room left inside mom, and he's born." Older children can be told about the concepts of sperm and egg cells.

Don't shush your child if they draw attention to unusual-looking people in a public place as this leads to the formation of intolerance.

"Everyone is different. People can be tall, short, fat, and thin. Sometimes people look different because they're sick. You can hurt them by pointing out their differences. You shouldn't point your finger at them. It's better to ask me about them later, when we're alone, to make sure you don't upset anyone."

Siblings always compete for the love of their parents. You shouldn't use one child as an example for their brothers and sisters or say that you love one more because they're more successful at school.

"You're different, and our love for all of you is expressed in different ways. But we love all of you equally, just as you love mom and dad the same amount. You're both very dear to me." (Source)

That’s enough googling for now! Tiffi closes down her computer. She picks up her phone to play some candy crush. Her phone rings and it’s Rachel calling.

“Hi Rachel, what’s up?” asks Tiffi.

Just as Rachel is about to share her adventure with Tiffi, Rancid asks what time they are going to eat so she tells Tiffi that she’ll call her back when she’s finished eating.

Let’s continue – Rachel and Rancid answer why questions about natural disasters

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Start at the beginning of the main story – Why … But WHY?

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