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2Nd Grade Homework
Asked by E.A. from Los Angeles
on February 28, 2011
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My son is in 2nd grade & has been giving me a hard time regarding homework time! He is just lazy & I dont know how to deal with this issue. His teacher gives him a pac...
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- I know this sounds like bribery, but he needs to have some motivation, so that he can see what is in it for him. Maybe after he is finished with his homework everyday...
- I would talk to the teacher. There is no benefit of homework to elementary age children (published data) and struggling for 2-3 hours a night will only make your son h...
- Oh, homework! A couple of things: - My daughter found the whole packet thing intimidating. On Monday, I'd take it apart & give her just the amount for her to d...
Craft Project - 3Rd Grade
Asked by C.C. from Sacramento
on June 3, 2011
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Hi mamas!
Normally, I'm a super crafty mom, but I'm just not having any luck thinking of a craft project for my daughter's class. Here's the background: each week, ...
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- home made ice cream that the kids can do themselves. Great activity and snack all in one: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/237058/kid_friendly_recipe_homemad...
- mini-marshmallow & toothpicks used for construction.....like ??OMG, what were they called??....the 1960s Tinker Toys!! Anyway, it's fun & I use this project a lot f...
- Not sure how much mess they can make, or if they can take turns at a covered table, but have they ever done string painting? Each gets a piece of art paper. (Heavier...
Help with First Grade Jitters
Asked by P.M. from Boston
on August 20, 2010
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Hi Guys:
I am looking for some help and/or advice.
My daughter just turned 6 years old, she had been going to a private school for JK/SK and did fine. I had sig...
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- Maybe the teacher can help by pairing her up with just one student (someone known for being particularly nice) in class for a special project? It might be worth asking...
- I highly recommend the books: 'Yoko's World of Kindness' and 'Timothy's Tales from Hilltop School' by Rosemary Wells. They are both great books about starting a new sc...
- Make sure the teacher is aware of the anxieties and can help find her a friend. Just having an adult help get her into playing with someone is a big help. Many of the ...
First Grade - Husband Resistance
Asked by J.L. from Chicago
on March 10, 2011
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Our daughter is a young five. Her birthday is in August and she will be six. She started Kindergarten this year and my DH has always been OVERLY concerned because o...
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- Because being held back a grade will be SO good for your daughter's development and self esteem?? Has your husband met with your daughter's teacher? I don't really...
- I have not read the other posts, I am just going to give you my opinion based on my experience with my own kids. I have 3 kids with birthdays in August - 2 of them ar...
- Hi Lucky! One of my daughters was born the day before the 'cut off' date...I seriously toyed with the idea of keeping her back a year before K garten...she was on t...
3Rd Grade Election
Asked by A.B. from Dallas
on November 7, 2010
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How do I let this go and move on when I'm in mama bear mode over someone mistreating my child? I'm seeking support, not criticism from holier than thou types who wish ...
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- I think you made a mistake telling your daughter you would provide cupcakes to celebrate if she wins. And you know, I really do believe that you are a good mom, and yo...
- Wow. I think the teacher went overboard, but I don't think Missy wrote anything so terrible. The difference between handing out treats and the cupcakes is valid. A ...
- I can certainly see how this whole thing got blown out of proportion but that teacher is entirely out of line! She needed to address this with you and see how you all ...
Homeschooling Curriculum 3Rd Grade
Asked by K.C. from Washington DC
on March 23, 2011
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I am Seriously considering homeschooling my son next year, he will be in the 3rd grade, (and then I suppose our other children, too (3 and 18 months)) By seriously co...
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- I do a hodge podge. I have a 7th and 4th grader My Grammar for 3rd was Shurley Grammar, it's the series the Christian school uses in town and I really like it. By...
- Hi K., I am so, so excited for you! Oh, I wish we could sit down with a cup of tea and chat! You might want to look at Veritas Press (veritaspress.com) I know, not un...
- Perhaps contact the county's board of ed to make certain that your efforts will culminate in a diploma.
5Th Grade Girl Having a Hard Time with Other Girls at School
Asked by J.W. from Denver
on January 11, 2009
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My 5th grade daughter is really having a hard time with others in her class. She has 1 good friend, but it seems like the others she thinks are her friends are so har...
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- I understand what you are going thru. My daughter is in 5th grade and is having the same problem. There are some girls who tell her that if she is not their friend t...
- Unfortunately, she is doing to find bullies and mean people every where. Moving would not teach her how to deal. I've also heard that the mean girl thing actually star...
- Unfortunately this is really common at this age, and it happens everywhere, so I probably wouldn't consider moving in this case. I'd do everything possible to keep com...
Plans for 1St Day of School (1St Grade).
Asked by C.H. from Chicago
on August 3, 2011
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Do you do anything special for your kids on their first day of (full time) school? If you work full time, do you plan on taking off the first day of school to drop of...
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- I normally take the first day off, but since I think I'll be in a brand new job, I won't be able to this year. I make sure to take TONS of pictures. I cry every year b...
- Every year I take a picture of them on the first day of school. When they were younger we might have a special snack when they came home on that first day and special ...
- I always take my children to school every day, so yes, I do drop my children off. At our school, the first day of school is always started with a Rose Ceremony firs...
Looking for a Good Pre-k Thru 8Th Grade School
Asked by L.R. from Chicago
on March 22, 2008
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Hi. I live on the southwest side of Chicago (Beverly area) and I am looking for a good public school to send my son. I need an all day pre-k thru 8th grade school, sin...
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- I don't know about grade schools because my kids went to a near north side magnet school, but for pre-K I sent mine to the Children's Developmental Institute, at 71st ...
- I have heard that Little Lamb Pre-School is excellent. They have a childrens boutique and other great stuff.
- Most good CPS schools have an after care program until 6pm or so. Some have an early drop off around 7:30. I might not have the spelling correct, but Leonart (Lenart?)...
How to Deal with "Bullies" at School - 2Nd Grade :(
Asked by L.B. from Boston
on March 13, 2008
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My daughter is in the 2nd grade. She told me a girl punched her in the stomach yesterday. When I asked her how she responded she said, "I just walked away." When I ...
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- Sadly, my son came home a couple of months ago and told me that *he* punched a boy in the stomach. When I dug deeper, this kid was verbally bullying him because of hi...
- A second grader shouldn't have the pressure to have to tell, be pulled out and chastized for it all again. Mom, you are his voice until They can do it which professio...
- Well I am dealing with the same type of problem at school with bully's with my 2nd grader as well......All i do is tell me son that no one has a right to hit him and i...
