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Seeking a Preschool
Asked by A. from Phoenix
on June 26, 2007
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Does anyone have any suggestions for a preschool for my son? I live in the Gilbert area and would like something fairly close. My son is almost 2 1/2 and is not pott...
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- My daughter went to Desert Sun Preschool. It is rated very high on greatschools.com. Every teacher is wonderful. I highly recommend Desert Sun Preshool. They have ...
- Funny, I have 2 boys as well, and they are 2 1/2 and 11 weeks. I would suggest Montessori schools. The is one called the Montessori House but it is located at McKelli...
- Hi Allison, I am opening a pre-school in August at J.'s Party Pad on Gilbert Road between Eliott and Warner. I have designed it as a mom, former teacher, and party p...
Son Having Some Issues in Preschool Class
Asked by B.H. from Detroit
on November 23, 2010
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After speaking with my son's ( 4 years old) preschool teacher she told me that he was doing fine. However, she has some issues that she quite can't "put her finger on...
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- B., maybe he is just not ready for preschool. Not all the kids are the same, and she should know that as a teacher. If I was you, I would just try to do some more s...
- Okay... I think your son is just acting his age. He is perhaps also not 'ready' for preschool.... Boys often mature later.... than girls. My son... is like that....
- Sounds to me like your son is a typical preschooler. I use to teach preschool and some kids need a little more guidence than others. Is your son new to this classroo...
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...
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...
Behavioral Issues at Preschool
Asked by A.E. from Dallas
on November 20, 2009
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Moms, I really need your insight! I have a 3-year-old daughter (3 in June) who is exhibiting really bad behavior at preschool. Please bear with me! She attends 2 days...
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- I second the room mom idea. I don't think there is something "wrong" with her.
- I would recommend that you stay in the classroom with her for several days to monitor. Offer to be a room Mom for the day and watch for yourself her interactions and h...
- My DS went through some similar issues. We ended up changing daycares and his behavior improved dramatically. The center he was at was too chaotic for his personality ...
My Preschooler Does Not Nap - My Preschool Wants Her Too.
Asked by A.K. from Houston
on August 22, 2011
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My 3 year old, has not napped in a while, she does not take any form of quiet time either, she is go go go, from 6am til 9pm.
She is also extremely active, and vocal,...
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- I own a childcare center and yes we do prefer the children to nap, however sitting and listening to a child cry for that long on her first day IS WRONG!!! In NJ state ...
- That is UNreasonable, for a preschool to expect. MOST preschools, have quiet time for kids that cannot nap. Kids, are NOT 'statues.' They are simply not. A frien...
- If you google "Is preschool necessary?" you will find that there are many who agree that it is not. There are many other ways to give your child experiences with othe...
Not Happy with Preschool Teacher
Asked by J.C. from Columbus
on May 3, 2012
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So my son is a peer leader in an intergrated class; one half special needs, one half 'typical'. It's nearing the end of the school year and I'm finding myself more and...
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- J., I would definitely say something directly to the teacher regarding being late for opening doors and early letting them out. To me, this is unacceptable. Parents ...
- I would definitely schedule a meeting with the director of the program. It sounds as though your child's teacher is either doing the "bare minimum" or not meeting the...
- Looks like someone won't be getting a great appreciation gift, if any, at the end of the year. My advice to you is to save your disappointment for any shortcomings ...
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...
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...
School Is Out and Daughter Is Almost Unbearable
Asked by V.O. from New York
on June 22, 2008
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My almost 5 yr old daughter is usually calm, happy and very loving. Now that pre-k is over she has been whining, disrespectful, even spitting when we are disciplining...
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- This time every year I have problems with my usually very well behaved easy going kids. I think you're right the schedule change throws them off. Plan play dates with ...
- She is both excited and nervous. It will all end when she starts school, but until then you will just have to do a lot of counting to ten and deep breathing. Hang in t...
- It sounds like she is bored. She had a regular routine going at school and now that she isn't there it's hard for her. Try making a schedule for her for the dayt...
