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tennagers stealing from purse
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.What a horrible situation to be put in. All I can suggest is that you find somewhere else to keep your money for the moment. Could your husband come back and give them alla really strict talking to? If you really want to nip it in the bud, you could always call the police-- I'm not joking!! We do this at school if something goes missing. We say that unless it is returned then we have no option but to call in the Police, since stealing is against the law. The Policeman then comes in and gives them a stern talking to about stealing and the repercussions, and what it can lead to, and what can happen to you if you are caught etc. This usually does the trick, and the message goes on board.
You could also withhold treats until the money is returned. It is your housekeeping money, and therefore all treats that they usually take for granted can be stopped as you now can't afford to buy them. Things such as crisps, sweets, fizzy drinks, cakes. Just buy the "Value" brand, and live on nasty food for a week- and small portions! Maybe then they will see that stealing does have an actual effect.
My sister had this problem with her kids.
She did the no treats trick. Every time they asked her for money for the cinema, or pocket money, she explained her money had been stolen so she had none to give. After a few weeks the message got through.
Once that message has sunk in, they need to learn how long it takes to earn that money - but that's another story!
Good luck!
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