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School Readiness
Asked by T.K. from Dallas
on February 2, 2011
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I have a 5 yr old boy and 4 yr old girl. I want them to be as ready for school as possible. Mostly they play and that's ok with me. Social skills are just as importa...
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- You can see the Texas Education requirements at the following website. http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=6148. They have the requirements for each grade.
- Sounds like they are getting ready for school! Yes social skills are very important! How are they around other children? It sounds like they are not in preschool so m...
- Sounds like they are off to a great start:) For math, can they count items or just repeat the sequence of numbers. Building number sense is as important as number re...
What to Do About Son Acting Out in School
Asked by C.C. from Seattle
on December 15, 2009
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My son started all-day kindergarten this year, and all sorts of issues have arisen since he began. He is normally HIGHLY independent, but also tends to be a very happy...
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- Vitamin D ? Are you kidding ? You need to understand the symptoms of S.A.D. to know that your son's behavior has nothing to do with that or a lack of Vitamin D. Her...
- First I'd like to say that while this is a great place to turn for help, it is absolutely appalling to see someone jump on someone else for something they have said or...
- C., I've worked with children for more than 16 years, and when ever a child I'm working with has changes in behavior like this I immediately change their sleeping h...
Need Advice on How to Deal with a School District!
Asked by E.N. from Syracuse
on January 17, 2007
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My son's school is trying to force me to medicate him for ADHD. They are upset with me because I went outside their district and had an independent evaluation done. ...
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- I just wanted to say that I know what you're going through...I'm dealing with the same issue right now, but unlike your son's school, my son's school ignored my reques...
- Hi E....I have never been in a situation like this but I just wanted to send you some support and comend you on how strong you've been.This is your son and no one has ...
- HI E., I'm sorry to hear that you are having such a problem with his school! you are doing the right thing you got your own eval. and are sticking to your gut! you n...
Wanting Opinions About Putting My Daughter in Pre-K3 Early...
Asked by T.V. from New York
on August 20, 2008
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My daughter will be three in December. She has been in daycare since she was about two months old. In daycare she has learned how to count in English and Spanish, her ...
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- At 2 1/2, the focus should be on play, with any academics mixed in just for fun. A good day-care facility with kids grouped by age will have enough structure and enou...
- Hi T., You sound bright and your daughter sounds brighter. Trust yourself and do it.
- I have to agree with Kristin and Donna. Our children will spend so much time in school from K through 12. Then they may choose to go further after that. Putting the...
Sports for My 12 Year Old Daughter
Asked by C.C. from Philadelphia
on March 4, 2010
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Will someone be able to tell me where i can find a team that plays volley ball. My 12 year old daughter has been interested since last year and she has express a de...
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- you can try the YMCA.
- As a parent, you may be interested in a university study about how kids think about other people's thinking. We will ask you to watch with your child three brief, onl...
- Do you have a gym in your area? Maybe they have some team sports for her to join. Also for children who are in Christian schools and hoemschools, when they want to j...
Teaching an 8 Year Old Reading Comprehension
Asked by J.S. from St. Louis
on May 24, 2008
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My son struggled all year with reading/writing activities. He can read about 2 levels above grade level, but cannot comprehend anything he reads. He "guesses" on all...
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- I agree absolutely with Cheryl R. Let him choose a theme to learn about; or give him a list of subjects to choose from. That way he's making the choice of what to le...
- I know that your boys are to old to still be part of the parents as teachers program, but maybe their group could help you get started with some website selections, et...
- The Best advice I have for you is to READ,READ,READ! Read to him if he doesn't want to read... cereal boxes, magazines, anything with words...Of course encourage him...
Fine Motor Skills Help!
Asked by B.W. from Seattle
on March 2, 2011
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My twin sons will be 4 at the end of May. One of my sons has an IEP and gets speech and occupational therapy at a public preschool, my other son atteneds the school as...
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- Boys are always a little behind in fine motor skills compared to girls. If you hear stories about some kids writing their names at 4 they are the exception--not the ru...
- Peeling stickers, cutting with scissors and Legos are good. My daughters Montessori does tweezing, so picking corn kernals off a dried cob, picking up cotton balls and...
- Playing with clay is really good too (a bit stiffer than Play-doh). Even if you don't start with an OT right away, they can give you some good ideas for things to do....
6 Year Old May Be Artistically Gifted So....
Asked by E.M. from Denver
on January 11, 2012
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Do we do anything about it? From what I've read online, that being artistically gifted doesn't mean much in school, other than
the child will do some of the best artw...
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- No point in talking to her teacher, it is her job to foster learning, not art. If you feel she is talented and you want to foster it than sign her up for art classes ...
- Found a site that may be of interest to you: http://www.winmentalhealth.com/arts_therapy.php In opening it says: Art and arts therapy, can be an effective therapy...
- Have your daughter focus her best attentions on her schoolwork at school and encourage her drawing/painting/artwork at home. If she is good and has promise, I would lo...
Child Is Always Getting Hit/pushed in Preschool
Asked by Z.A. from Raleigh
on August 22, 2008
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My son is 4 years old and started going to preschool. Everyday he comes home crying and says that a child has either pushed or hit him in school. He is neither provoki...
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- I have no idea how video games can help, I say no to that one! I would go to the Director of the preschool and let he or she know what is going on. I would give it a...
- If the teacher don't care. And don't know how to calm it down. Then i would change school if that is possible . And fine one were The teachers really care.
- The main point to stress is that fighting is not the solution and just because he is getting pushed around and he is the one coming home sad doesn't make what the othe...
Looking for Information for My 14 Mo. Old in Terms of Education.
Asked by J.M. from New York
on January 26, 2008
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I hate to sound like one of those Mom's, but I feel like my daughter is a bit accelerated for her age. Please if I am wrong let me know..
However my 14 month old has...
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- well for her age she does seem accelerated I would suggest you enroll her into a class, Bristol has a childrens museum , Also very handy, are the baby einstei...
- I don't want to sound harsh, but just relax! She's little. With a sibling on the way soon, she may even regress as the infant gets more attention. And yes, "birth t...
- Depending on where you live, there are great private and public classes for children between the age of 6 months and 24 months. We live in Manhattan and have taken our...
