Posts by ~cassie

I think 10-11 is fine depending on the kid.  My oldest is 8 and I don't see it happening in 2 years bc he is very immature.  I would definitely have clear rules and a designated place to meet at a specific time every 2-3 hours.

My best thought would be to do a playdate for him at the same time and that way he will not feel left out but will leave his sister alone.

Thank you so much everyone!  He got a referral again today :( He is mainly refusing to work, I think our big thing here is motivation.  He just doesn't want to do it.  My husband talked to his teacher this evening(I was...

I am at my wits end.  My soon to be 8 yr old is just not there.  He has ADHD, is on Focalin 15 mg XR and it works really well.  He is able to focus really well at school and at home and his impulses seem to be controlled...

3 boys here and they are very very loud! 

I think the best thing may be to make some clothing if they know anyone at all that can sew.  They could then actually tailor the clothes to her exact waist size without it being so long.

Yes I do.  I think it shows respect for your things and frankly I don't want to step on a million legos(those things hurt!).  My kids share a room.  They are expected to pick the stuff up off the floor and put up when...

I think being made to return it was lesson enough for now.  If he does it again, then I'd take it a step further.  My 7 yr old has stolen candy before from the store as well(I think many kids do!).

My son learned within about 1 hour to balance really well.  He started when he was 4 1/2 and was able to do it perfectly.  I ditto the too small bike!

My 7 yr old is in 2nd grade.  He's an average student-a/b, some c's.  we are our 3rd week into school.  The only reason he is passing reading is bc of extra class assignments.  He has failed all tests.  He is...