Focus on Better Behavior

This is a common behavior in children. It allows them to assert their power and get attention. It can also be a result of their inability to solve their own tiffs. Teach them the difference between telling and being a tattletale, they may have trouble telling the difference between protecting someone from harm or getting them in trouble. Asking them why they are telling you will hep them realize it’s probably not worth sharing if no one is hurt. It can be annoying if they tattletale often but try to avoid scolding them or getting upset, it may keep them from coming to you at all. Listen before you react, if it’s a disagreement work it out with them to resolve it. If you find that they tattletale to get attention consider spending more quality time with them.