I Can't Believe You Said That!

The Best Me I Can Be. series offers help for children who say inappropriate things. RJ says what he thinks. no matter how it sounds or makes others feel: "Gram, how come your skin looks like a Dalmatian. " "She stinks, Mom. " "Well then why are you getting so fat. " RJ's mouth is getting him into a lot of trouble. A rude comment at school earned him a detention. An insensitive remark at home earned him a scolding and made his sister cry. RJ doesn't realize his words are wrong. He thinks he's just offering feedback. It's time RJ starts using a social filter when he speaks. With help from his parents, he learns he doesn't have to verbalize every thought that pops into his head. In fact, sometimes the less said the better. Tips for parents and educators included.