Honesty

Honesty means being truthful with your words and actions. When you are honest, people trust you. Telling the truth is not always easy, but it is always the right thing to do.

Why Honesty Matters

When you tell the truth, people know they can count on you. Trust is built one honest moment at a time. If you lie, people may stop believing you, even when you are telling the truth.

Honesty also means not cheating or stealing. Playing fair makes games and school more fun for everyone.

Being Honest Can Be Hard

Sometimes the truth is hard to tell, especially if you made a mistake. But people usually respect you more for telling the truth. You also feel better inside when you are honest.

If you make a mistake, own up to it. Say, I am sorry. I should not have done that. Honest people learn from their mistakes and do better next time.

Fun Facts

• Abraham Lincoln was called Honest Abe because he was known for always telling the truth.
• Studies show that kids who practice honesty often become more trustworthy adults.
• Your face sometimes shows when you are lying, which is why people say honesty shows.

Did You Know?

The story of George Washington and the cherry tree was made up to teach kids about honesty, but Washington was known for being truthful in real life!