Why Do Children Steal?
The most crucial question is why do children steal? Some kids aged 4 and younger may not understand that they should not take things that do not belong to them. When the child reaches 5 or 6, they can differentiate right deeds from wrong. Most school kids know that they are not supposed to take something from someone without their permission or without paying for it. However, some kids lack self-control. When they see something new and fascinating, they get attracted and succumb to stealing. They do not stop to think what would be the consequences of stealing. They might not even think of buying or borrowing it. Some children develop self control as they grow older and stop stealing. Some children need extra help learning self-control. Some children steal because they see their friends do it. Some do it to show that they are brave enough to do it. Stealing can arise out of peer pressure. However, children do not have to give in to peer pressure. Some children steal because they feel th
