You shouldn't put up with children that lie to you.
Kayla has a child who has not completed his homework but claims that he did.
Kayla wants to have a peaceful day at home.
Kayla is firm with her kid and puts him on time out until the homework is done.
Kayla decides to let it go and not deal with it, so she can take it easy.
Kayla's kid understands that there will be consequences for his actions.
Kayla's kid is now encouraged not to tell the truth when it's advantageous.