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5 Year Old Becoming VERY Defiant...

My girls, ages 5 and 6, are good kids, REALLY good kids, until recently... and I'm a tough love mom. If the girls both get in trouble for something, my 6 year old immediately says 'Sorry mom, I won't do it again' and then she'll correct the problem. The 5 year old will just STARE at me with this ATTITUDE. If I ask her 'Did you hear what I just said??' and she'll kind of shrug her shoulders with the same defiant 'I don't care' attitude. I'll say 'MADISON! What do you say?!' and she'll finally roll her eyes and mumble 'yes ma'am'... WHAT IS...

Ballet & Dance

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Preschoolers and Dance

My daughter will be four years old next month. I thought it would be fun and good exercise to enroll Alyssa in a local dance class. We went to a trial class two weeks ago and we didn't stay the full hour as she cried. She didn't have her dance leotard or shoes yet so I thought I'd try it again. There was a week delay with a blizzard and we went this morning. It started out well with Alyssa excited to wear tap and ballet shoes along with her leotard. She seemed to want to do what the other kids were doing and listen to the dance teacher....

Baseball

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WII Games - Would You Buy for 5 Year Old?

Hello Moms, Most of my friends with 4 - 5 -6 yrs old are bragging and ra ra about how good the wii games are for kids. My daughter has asked if she can have the Wii as well. She played with it and did fairly well for the first timer. Even my brother got it for his 5 yr and 3 yr old. Would you buy a Wii for a 5 year old, if not what you suggest will be the right age? V.

Basketball

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Almost 6-Year-old Wants a Nintendo DS or a Wii

My almost 6-year-old has been pleading for a Nintendo DS or the Wii, like all his cousins and some of his friends have. My mother-in-law really wants to get him one for his upcoming birthday, but my husband and I are not sure we want him to have one. We're concerned that even if we restrict his usage of it, it will be addictive and he will be less interested in his usual activities --- reading, art, t-ball, scooter riding, music, imaginative play, etc. He's the usual energetic kind of boy but we love that he has a creative and...

Bilingual Education

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Language Immersion Schools

We are considering enrolling our daughter in a French immersion school for kindergarten, but I am concerned that it will be too difficult for her to learn a new language and actually learn anything else. My daughter is very excited about kindergarten but I am worried that it may too frustrating for her and I want her to enjoy school not dread it. Has anyone had experience with this type of school and if so what did you think of it?

Day Camp

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My 6 Year Old Daughter Is Struggling with Day Camp.

She just finished 1/2 day kindergarten (9-12 pm) and objects to staying at camp until 3 pm. We have been picking her up at 1 pm but she continues to resist camp altogether and I'm not sure accommodating her is wise. She does enjoy swimming and some other activities. She denies being bullied or teased, the counselors haven't detected anything though she is heavy and is somewhat uncomfortable in her bathing suit at camp . She has 4 weeks left. Any suggestions?

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Summer Day Camp

I am looking for an all day summer camp or something of that sort to send my...

Drivers Ed

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5 Year Old Becoming VERY Defiant...

My girls, ages 5 and 6, are good kids, REALLY good kids, until recently... and I'm a tough love mom. If the girls both get in trouble for something, my 6 year old immediately says 'Sorry mom, I won't do it again' and then she'll correct the problem. The 5 year old will just STARE at me with this ATTITUDE. If I ask her 'Did you hear what I just said??' and she'll kind of shrug her shoulders with the same defiant 'I don't care' attitude. I'll say 'MADISON! What do you say?!' and she'll finally roll her eyes and mumble 'yes ma'am'... WHAT IS...

Electronics

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Teen Cell Phone Vs. No Cell Phone

I have yet to see something about taking a stand against cell phones. My son has been asking, actually begging me to get him one (he is 16). We have gone round and round on the issue. He poses a very good argument as do I. I need some additional insight as to why he should and should not have one. He is a “good” teen as much as I can tell but I worry about the TEXTING that gets out of control, the phone calls in the middle of the night or alone in his bedroom, who is calling and how long or often is he chatting with a girl or his...

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6 Year Old Boy/ ADHD

My 6 year old boy is loving, caring, sweet and smart but is having a lot of...

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Groups & Teams

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WII Games - Would You Buy for 5 Year Old?

Hello Moms, Most of my friends with 4 - 5 -6 yrs old are bragging and ra ra about how good the wii games are for kids. My daughter has asked if she can have the Wii as well. She played with it and did fairly well for the first timer. Even my brother got it for his 5 yr and 3 yr old. Would you buy a Wii for a 5 year old, if not what you suggest will be the right age? V.

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6 Year Old Boy/ ADHD

My 6 year old boy is loving, caring, sweet and smart but is having a lot of...

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6 Year Old - Sports

Hi everyone, So - here is my latest question. How many of your young...

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Sports on TV

Do you count sports towards kids TV time? I'm leaning towards no. My...

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Gymnastics

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Gymnastics-TX Tumblers or ASI?

Our girls want to go for gymnastics. We had them in tumbling when they were toddlers and are showing an interest again esp. after watching the olympics. I've looked on line and am wondering which gym would be better-Texas Tumblers or ASI in Keller. Can anyone tell my what you think of these gyms? I will go by and look at both of them but would love opinions. Thanks so much

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Boys in Gymnastics

Hi Everyone, Ok, so I'm here to vent a little and to find out more...

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Dance and Gymnastics

Please send me any information regarding a good dance school that offers...

Indoor Fun

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Indoor Activities in Denver for Toddlers?

I have two boys, ages 2 and 3 1/2. As we head into cooler weather I'm wondering if anyone has some suggestions for indoor activities--preferrably low-cost or even no-cost. We go to the park and zoo a lot, but we need to add some indoor things to our list! Thanks!

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Best Indoor Mall

Where is the best indoor mall to take kids too - maybe with a play area?

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Music & Dance

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Dance Class Drama

Sorry if this is too long, but my 2 and a half year old is having trouble at dance class. This is a dance school that offers a tiny tot class for 2 and 3 year olds (but only in the evening) and promotes it with an open house and two free sessions. When I took my daughter, my son had fun too, so I signed him up with the 4-5 year olds. It is a combined tuition that is a "deal" when you add a second child. I only added my son because I was taking my daughter. Their classes are at the same time. To the issue, my daughter has been ejected from...

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Music Lesson Advice

Hi Moms! I am wanting to sign my children up for music lessons, but I don...

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Summer Camp Ideas

I'd like my oldest to enjoy going away to camp, especially since we...

Piano Lessons

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Piano Lesson Rates

Can you share with me what you pay for piano lessons? I've gotten a quote from someone but it seemed rather high. I may just be out of touch on this though. I'll have 3 kids taking lessons.

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Buying a Piano

My daughter just took her first piano lesson, and she LOVED it. We do not...

Preschool

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Help with a 6 Year Old

I need help with my 6 year old he's outta hand. He likes to tell me waht to do and not to listen to me. Any time you tell him to do something he throws a fit. If he doesn't get his own way in school he throws a temper tantrum. If you ground him all he says his I'm telling on you. His dad doesn't help me any either because when he does go see his dad he gets his way and he walks all over his dad and his dad thinks that's okay. Please help me deal with him.

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My 6 Year Old

My 6 year old boy is having alot of problems at school, he just started...

Sight Reading

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Books for Just Starting to Read

Hi All My son is 4 (almost 5) and is just beginning to read short, predictable text. I am really excited because, I used to teach first grade / reading. Yay! Anyway, this may seem strange because I am a teacher, but I am appalled at the lack of readable books for this age/reading level in the library. (At school we had a book closet full of little books just right for this stage of reading) My son's preschool teacher seemed a bit taken aback when I wondered if I could choose a few titles from the school's book closet to read with him....

Skating

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When to Start Pre-school

Our son will be three at the end of January and we were considering enrolling him in a Pre-school program next August when he will be just over three and a half. I was wondering what other moms did whose children's birthday's fall in the middle of the school year. Did you wait until the following year when they were about four and a half or send them early? If we send him next year it appears he will be going to Pre-school twice before starting Kindergarten and I am not sure that's really necessary. We are very active in a playgroup, so...

Soccer

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I Am Confused - Children's Soccer Team...

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 and buy the necessary equipment needed. We are on week 7 of the season. There is one child on the team that has missed 3 games out of 7. The other ones that he did show up for, he ended up leaving in the middle of the game without a word to the coaches. The only time that he actually stayed the entire game was the week that his Mom had signed up to bring snacks. I cannot...

Sports

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6 Year Old Who Snores

My 6 year old daughter has snored for as long as I can remember. I took her to her Ear, Nose and Throat doctor and he recommended surgery to have her tonsils and adenoids removed. I know this is a common procedure but it still seems a little drastic to me. Are there any alternatives to surgery to help her snoring and get a better night's sleep?

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6 Year Old Boy/ ADHD

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6 Year Old - Sports

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Daycare or Summer Camp??

I am looking for a summer camp thats not going to make me broke. I have been looking in the Cherry hill.

Summer Camp & Activities

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What Are You Doing This Summer?

What is your family doing during summer vacation, and what are your kids ages? We camp, a LOT. It's cheap, the kids like it, we can bring the dog. It's win-win for us. We didn't camp at all last summer because the baby was so young. This year, I'M CAMPING! I have to get out of the house... and I don't want to waste another summer. We camp on (meaning, either on an island or on land right next to) the James River. Free place to camp? Oh HECK yes. My fiance's a little nervous about bringing the baby, now 17 months... my feel is, he's...

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Movie for a 5 Year Old

My 5 year old daughter and I both love dogs. I was thinking about taking her to either Marley and Me or Hotel for Dogs. Can anyone say if they're appropriate for a 5 year old? Thanks!

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6 Year Old Boy/ ADHD

My 6 year old boy is loving, caring, sweet and smart but is having a lot of...

Summer Vacation

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What Are You Doing This Summer?

What is your family doing during summer vacation, and what are your kids ages? We camp, a LOT. It's cheap, the kids like it, we can bring the dog. It's win-win for us. We didn't camp at all last summer because the baby was so young. This year, I'M CAMPING! I have to get out of the house... and I don't want to waste another summer. We camp on (meaning, either on an island or on land right next to) the James River. Free place to camp? Oh HECK yes. My fiance's a little nervous about bringing the baby, now 17 months... my feel is, he's...

Swim Lessons

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Swimming Lessons--should I Do Them Myself?

I was a swim instructor for 5 years and (obviously) want my two kids (5-1/2 and 8) to learn how to swim. However, I've heard that you can't teach your own kids to swim and just want to put them into swimming lessons. My husband thinks that I'm being lazy and "not wanting" to teach my own kids, but I don't want one more thing to discipline/push them on. What do you think?

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Emler Swim Lessons?

Does anyone have an opinion about Emler swimming lessons? Is it worth the...

Tee Ball

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T Ball and Safety

Tonight my Grandson had his first practice for T-Ball. He is four and the other kids are way more experienced. My concern is they were using regular baseballs and bats. He enjoyed running around, but seeing these 7 year olds hit them balls worries me a lot because he hasn't got a prayer of even knowing what to do to protect himself yet. I assumed when we signed there was a 4 year old T-ball for beginners. To put him at a 3 year and some cases 40 lbs disadvantage makes me wonder if I shouldn't second guess myself. I have 3 t balls at...

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A Mom T Ball Coach?

I recently attended a Tiny T Ball game and saw that most of the Dads were ...

TV & Videos

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6 Year Old Argues!!!

I have a 6 year old son who argues with EVERYTHING we tell him. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to make it stop?

Watching TV

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JFF (Sort Of) - What Does Your 5 Yo Watch on TV?

This isn't meant to be a debate on how much, if any, TV kids should watch. My daughter is now 5 and has been watching the shows on Disney Jr and Nick Jr since she was 2 (also did Sprout/PBS Kids but that's kinda fallen by the wayside). It is still what she puts on in the morning, and sometimes after school when she feels like watching something. Occasionally she will watch some of the cartoons on the Hub, like Care Bears and Strawberry Shortcake. The only other shows she likes and is even aware of are Phineas and Ferb, Wipeout when it's...

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