Soccer: Preschooler
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I Am Confused - Children's Soccer Team...
Asked by T.M. from Tampa
on February 12, 2012
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My children are on a soccer team for the winter season...the entire season is 8 weeks long. There are only 7 kids on the team. It was NOT inexpensive to pay the fees...
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- There could be so many reasons. We signed up for soccer not knowing that practices would always be Tuesday nights. My son was already in cub scouts on Tuesday nights. ...
- I agree that at the ages you are talking about, it's really not necessary to get worked up about commitment, being part of a team, etc. They are only preschoolers, fo...
- The money another family spends isn't anyone else's business as long as they don't owe YOU money, in my opinion. I definately agree that we have no idea what is going...
End of Season Gift Ideas for Soccer Team
Asked by W.O. from Los Angeles
on October 29, 2008
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Hi,
I am the team Mom for my son's 4-year old soccer team and am looking for a cute and cheap idea for an end of season gift for them. There are only 5 kids on the t...
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- When my son was about this age, I bought snow globes at Walgreens. The ones that hold a picture in the middle. They're pretty cheap. And then using my computer I ma...
- How about something personalized with their name, team name, jersey number and year. Maybe write on a plastic mug or cup with paint in their team colors. Most likely...
- Hi W., If you have collected pictures of the team during the season, make a little photo book for each of them on Shutterfly. You can make one for as little as $10...
Soccer Team for a 3 Year Old
Asked by Y.D. from Orlando
on July 14, 2008
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Does anyone know of a soccer team I could sign my 3 year old up for? I am just looking for something non competive so he can learn a little about the sport. THX
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- A word of caution-- as you are calling around to research a place, be sure to ask if they have trained/paid coaches. Some places charge you to sign your child up and t...
- try the orange county soccer club first touch program. its a great program. they are great with the kids and the coach is awesome.
- I'm curious for those who mentioned the Soccer Academy -- what are the rates?
4 Year Old Soccer Team
Asked by C.D. from Dallas
on December 4, 2006
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My husband and I are debating on letting our 4 year old start soccer this year. I would love to hear about your experiences, good, bad, 4 is too young, crazy parents,...
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- My son started soccer a little over a year ago when he turned 4, and it's been great! At the time, I had a family friend caring for him during the day while my husband...
- I think 4 is a good age. I signed my daughter up this past Sept right after she turned 4. Although she ended up not really interested in playing, the majority of the ...
- we started our son at 4 and while i don't think it is too early, i also wouldn't expect too much out of him the first year. on any given day, half the kids on my son's...
How to Deal with a Critical Parent (4-5 Year Old Soccer Team)
Asked by R.G. from Nashville
on April 11, 2011
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I am one of the coaches for my 5 year old son's soccer team. There are 10 children on the team, ages 4-5. There is a child on the team, "Andy," who is very sensitive...
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- Hi R. I would offer HIM a job as another assistant coach... It might serve to direct his...'energy' toward 'team' goals/playing... Just a thought! Michele/cat
- I agree with the other moms' opinions about taking this guy aside for a quiet chat. I would suggest having a third party present so there is no "confusion" about what ...
- I think you need to tell that jerk that your field is a "Negativity free zone" and that if he continues to keep up his bashing of anyone, then he and his son can leave...
Soccer Team for 3 Year Old in Bradenton
Asked by K.H. from Sarasota
on December 21, 2008
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My nearly 3 year old LOVES soccer and I think she would really benefit and enjoy playing on a team. Are there any teams for children this young, in Bradenton??
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- I dont think there are really any teams that form this young. I know that the YMCA has a program as early as 4 years old.
- sure there are! Well, sarasota anyway. http://www.bigkickindoorsoccer.com/lilkickers.htm We haven't gone yet, but I'm about to enroll my almost 4 year old.
- Yes! Little Kickers! Someone gave you the website (bigkickindoorsoccer. They have classes for all ages...both my 4 and 6 year old love it!! I think there is a 3/4 ...
4 Year Old Behavior
Asked by T.G. from Chicago
on April 1, 2007
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I am wondering if any of you have experienced some of these characteristics with your 4 year old (I have a boy).
He can't stand tags in his clothing, socks are too ...
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- I have a son that will be 4 on the 8th. He is special needs and goes to HopeWall in Aurora for preschool. The clothes thing, and the bothering other kids, he does no...
- Hi T., I have a five year old girl and she recently went through what I call a "phase" regarding the socks and the long sleeves and other clothes issues and it drove ...
- Hi T., It sounds like he may be struggling with some sensory issues....the new buzz word is sensory integration disorder...both my nephews struggle with this a bit....
Having a Hard Time Trying to Teach My 4 Year Old!!!!
Asked by E.B. from Las Vegas
on November 4, 2008
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Hello wonderful moms! I need your help. My 4 year old is having a hard time focusing. Since I'm a SAHM and we don't really have the funds to send him to a preschool, I...
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- Try using a timer (egg timer with the sand). Don't spend 45 minutes on anything. Try teaching in an active way. He doesnt' have to do worksheets to show he knows the m...
- Hi, Your son is only 4, now is the time to play and have fun!!! I have twin first grade boys who are also full of energy. There are so many things you can do if you wa...
- Your son doesn't have ADD/ADHD. He is normal! I work with kids who have these sorts of "symptoms" and it has to do with misunderstood words. If you have something t...
Average Daily Routine for a 3 Year Old
Asked by R.H. from Seattle
on November 4, 2009
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I am wondering if other moms could share their daily routines with their kid(s). My 3 year old is in preschool 3 days a week, but I often wonder if my husband and I a...
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- What a wonderful family you've created. I'm a retired (special ed) preschool teacher - and you can spend hours of play with no props except newspaper, rags, and your ...
- This is a great question and I'm excited to hear what other Mom's have to say. I have twins that just turned 3 and I am ALWAYS worrying that I'm not doing enough for ...
- our house is a two income house. 630- kids get up on their own, potty, get dressed for the day. 715 load up car and go to preschool. Lots of fun learning activiti...
When Should 3 Year Old Start Pre School
Asked by L.W. from Pittsburgh
on March 12, 2009
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Hello I have a 3 year old daughter she is really smart for her age sometimes to smart. I was wondering when is it a good time to start them in a pre school. My only pr...
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- depends on the child. my daughter started just shy of her 3rd b-day & went for 3 years (she had an older brother going to kindergarten & she wanted to go to school to...
- L., This is a very personal decision, with no right or wrong answers. My children started at age 2, 2 mornings a week, 2 1/2 hrs each morning; it was fantastic f...
- Excellent advice already!, I sent my son at 3 years and one month. I wish i would have waited. He has a late july birthday and by age 4 i had decided to have him go...
