Grade-Schooler

His teacher came to me this morning, and said that one day last week after completing a math paper (on something they had never done) He got five problems wrong, he broke down and cried. He is a straight A student, but he can not stand to fail at anything. I blame it on the fact that everything comes so easy to him. He doesnt have to study or ever have to work to understand anything. His teacher let the entire class redo the paper that he missed five on and he got all five right. He has even cried after getting a 90 on a paper. I have tried to tell him that all I could ever ask of him is his best! Ive never fussed at him for missing anything. I dont know what to do.... any help would be greatly appreciated!

2007-11-28 06:09:56 · 7 answers · asked by RenWal 2

okay, my oldest is six, and her handwriting is horrible, (for a six year old) and at first we were just letting it go thinking that she would eventually get better (advice from teacher), but that wasn't working, so now we resulted in making her do her homework over if it was messy (advice from teacher) which of course results in alot of arguing and tears, (on both parts), so, progress reports came and of course she had a (needs improvement) next to the line for handwriting, so I showed this to her and she said she was sorry, then proceeded to do her homework in messy handwriting, so I proceeded to crumple it up and throw it out...., long story short...has anyone else had this problem? and what did you do about it? when did it finally click in? I'm running out of options, and my fuse is running very very short at homework time, I think there is a feeling of stress before we even sit down to do it, which of course creates a problem in itself..any advice?

2007-11-28 04:21:14 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 4 year old, on school days takes absolutley ages (about an hour) from the time of being woken up, to get herself washed and dressed for school. This isn't because she stays in bed, or doesn't want to go to school, she just wants to play, dress as a fairy etc. We used to constantly nag her, but this just started the day with arguments, and tension. So now we just leave her to it, and carry on without her. Then, when its breakfast time, we tell her we are about to start, and this normally is the kick she needs, and is done in 5 mins! It drives me mad, anyone out there with any strategies that may help move things along a bit more quickly?

2007-11-28 02:18:27 · 25 answers · asked by tipping the velvet 3

because of health reasons. We just put him in the first grade on Monday. He teared up when I left him, but when I picked him up he was okay and said it was fun. The next day he cried a little when I left him and when I picked him up he was crying saying he didn't want to go back to school because his teacher was mean. He said she told them to put their papers in their box and he put his papers in his folder then went to put it in his box and she said "Not like that! Like this!" and she took the papers out of the folder "fast" (fast is the word he used so to me that is like snatching). When she did this it apparently hurt his feelings. My son has led a pretty sheltered life because of his health problems. How long should it take him to adjust and realize that this is the way the world works? There are things out there he is going to have to get used to and I want him to toughen up and not cry and be scared. He LOVES the kids and has already made a good little friend.

2007-11-28 02:07:46 · 18 answers · asked by Corona 5

2007-11-28 00:24:59 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-27 19:00:49 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

my friend's daughter is 5 years old. she dont eat anything not even pastries ,candies.eat only icecreame but in a very little quantity. she even dont drink milk. she is 13 kg . she is thin ,active ,talkative girl . we talk to doctor, he said no problem, dont force her to eat. we r worried can she eat properly some day or not, how can v help her mom ?

2007-11-27 18:42:21 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a set of nine year old twins that attend 4th grade. One of my twins was bullied by a girl in her class. The girl hit my daughter 3 times and threatened to beat up my other daughter. I plan on speaking to the Principal regarding this, but is there anything I can do to help my child with this ? I also would like feedback on what I can expect from the Principal to end this situation.

2007-11-27 17:18:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 7 year old often leaves me in tears. She is VERY DEFIANT.She demands things and always refuses to do something unless she gets something in return. She takes her medication when she goes to school and in the afternoon when se gets home and she does fine, but there is a several hour period in the evening where the medication wears off and it is a total nightmare with her.
I often have to get my mother to come get her cause my nerves cannot handle it. I am 6 months preggo right now and i have a 8 months old son and I fear he'll pick up on her bad habits (screaming, throwing things, etc). Ive whipped her butt (please DONT confuse it with beating), tried taking things away, and I feel so guilty later cause I feel as though Ive been mean to her.. I know my hormones are whacked right now, but I always end up crying. I dont know if it's just frustration or guilt cause I think Ive punished her incorrectly...I love her so much but Iv gotten to where I hate being around her sometimes. HELP?

2007-11-27 16:57:51 · 18 answers · asked by Suzy R. 3

My daughter is in 6th grade and she has had problems with her gym teacher since day one. We thought it was my daughter's attitude toward the teacher. My daughter's attitude changed, but the teacher seems to have gotten worse. She gives my daughter 1-2 zeros a week and is always writing her down for behavior problems. I was sent home a letter saying that my daughter doesn't participate or dress out. My daughter says that if she is not doing the exercises or whatever good enough she will give her a zero and tell her to sit out. She has threatened to fail her. My daughter got the indication that even if she did whatever she would fail anyway. There are kids in the class that can say that the teacher seems to pick on her and treat her unfairly. Is there anything that I could do or do we just have to deal with this? Since gym is a requirement, I can't have her removed. My daughter tells me if she gets in trouble or whatever at school so I believe her about this teacher.

2007-11-27 16:00:54 · 10 answers · asked by sherry c 2

2007-11-27 15:59:44 · 8 answers · asked by principessa 1

Is it normal to feel a little sad?

2007-11-27 13:02:55 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

my 8 yr old is complaining of having her legs ache and her back I am hoping itis nothing more then growing pains but how can I tell b4 I start to worry and take her to the dr.

2007-11-27 12:07:51 · 4 answers · asked by Diane K 1

2007-11-27 11:19:45 · 11 answers · asked by broken heart 2

My bright 8 yr old has caught on to the fact that Santa isn't real (no thanks in part to school friends!). I still have a believing 5 yr old and a 1 yr old. What is a good way to explain the "spirit" of Santa in a way that isn't too disappointing and will allow her to feel a part of the secret? I read the perfect answer in a magazine before I had kids, but of course can't recall what it said now that I need it! Your ideas would be welcome. Thanks!!

2007-11-27 11:09:34 · 11 answers · asked by greencheese79 2

my son can not fall asleep at night he has been like this ever since a toddler.there are times he is up past midnight on school nights i know he is not getting the sleep he needs.he is on the go always busy,busy,you would think he would be tired.he is a water drinker rarely drinks pop so it is not a cafine issue.he says he just cant fall asleep.we read at night,we tried a sm radio with soft music.he is adhd but his dr said the med is worn off by time he gets home from school,so that has nothing to do with it.ant suggestions would be helpful

2007-11-27 10:37:19 · 24 answers · asked by heretohelp 1

I have been very distracted this week and forgot to plan an activity for my daisy troop! Anyone have any quick, easy ideas? I don't have time to go out and buy anything. Our meeting is tonight! I am going back to school and just lost track of time.

2007-11-27 07:43:12 · 8 answers · asked by *♥Mrs. Morrow♥* 2

2007-11-27 07:35:15 · 14 answers · asked by Colleen S 2

I have two sons'.. ages are 8 years old and 4 years old.
I admit that I am a bit over protective.
Having said that, my sister was razzing me at Thanksgiving because I don't allow my children to watch Spongebob, Lazy Town, Fairy Odd Parents, Transformers, Ninja Turtles, etc.
I just allowed my son to get a Nintendo DS and he is 8.
I don't allow them to drink pop. At this point, they don't even have an interest in it.
Am I hindering their development as boys?
I DEFINITELY encourage educational activities and they are very well rounded.
Do you think I am being too sheltering?
Just need opinions, because I thought I was doing right by them, but my sister thinks I need to loosen the reigns...

2007-11-27 07:05:36 · 32 answers · asked by Jen W 2

How many of each item of clothing (t-shirts, sweaters, pants, jeans, underwear, everything!) should my 6 year old daughter have.

Thanks :)

2007-11-27 07:02:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have alot of respect for teachers. I love to hear what my child who is 7 has to share with me when she gets home about what exciting things she's learned.
Although i think the teachers expect too much. I have to take my child to school everyday because we live to close for her to ride the bus so i'm stuck in the car for 30 minutes to drop her off then 40 minutes to pick her up while working 40 hrs a week at night so i can be home if my daughter gets sick at school so i can get her or any other reason. Well the teacher alwasy sends notes in her agaenda book telling me i have to read to her 20 minutes a nite every night my husband works a hard job in the day so he's tired when he gets home and concentrates more on making sure her homework is done and dninner is made and she's bathed before bed. i work til 12:30 at night and back up at 6:30 am to get her ready for school i'm soo tired i spend mornings washing her school clothes cleaning house before i go to work ...continued

2007-11-27 06:18:33 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am donating some toys to a Christmas raffle this year, and can buy any toys for any aged child. I would like to buy a variety of toys, and am thinking of spending a total of about $200. I am looking for some great ideas - what toys does your child really love (or want) this year?

2007-11-27 05:01:36 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

My 6 and 4 year old girls want to make their own Christmas presents for family this year. Does anyone have cheap, simple enough ideas that would be perfect for this age?

2007-11-27 03:29:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

He throws rocks at him, bosses him around, calls him names, and back talks me when I confront him. I have talked with his mother but he keeps doing the same thing. I told his mother if this boy lays a hand on my son I am calling the police. My son is afraid to go outside and play. The worse of it: they are my next door neighbors. I am contemplating going to the police for harrassment.

2007-11-27 01:03:09 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

If you give a child all of 'child benefit' per month (approx £72) what should a child pay for from allowance and what parents still. ie. clothes, makeup, lunch out, cinema, gigs, hair cut/colour, shoes, coats, transport etc.. Thanks.

2007-11-27 00:21:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know I asked alot of question about my husband,step daughter and baby. And thank you all for the wonderful advice. Well my husband kept calling today and I wouldnt answer the phone. And when I did talk to him I told him Im done unless I see any effort on his part. Well then after work, he took the baby and actually spent alittle time with him for once.But, Im sticking to my word. We'll see how long this lasts.Im done, Im not putting myself through this added stress anymore. Its not fair. There were a few though that said that I am selfish in my step daughters situation and that I needed to treat her better. Well, I have done evrything I could.Ive gone every approach.Being a friend,a Mother figure,a role model, etc. And nothing works.She gets worse and worse by the minute.Ive done evrything I can.Its not my fault shes like this, its her parents fault.I didnt raise her to be the way she is,HER parents did.All I did was try to help.

2007-11-26 18:09:11 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-26 17:43:50 · 15 answers · asked by AUSSIEGOLDFISH 1

My 6 year old brought home a note from school which states that I can not pick up my child between 2:15 - 2:45 unless it is for a doctor appointment and I must give them notice that morning so that they can verify the appointment. Can the school refuse to release my child to me legally because school is not over.

2007-11-26 16:04:25 · 23 answers · asked by shelia j 3

I need to know what are symptoms of children with ADD, my daughter is making great grades. And teacher is still insisting, that she needs testing. My daughter reads and comprehends very well. She is not a speed reader, by any means. But she has a B in reading. the teacher is saying that she isn't focusing at all. I asked the substitute teacher today, whom i trust, what she thought and she was astonished! She was in disbelief, what I had said. I just don't understand this. Help me. Thank you and God Bless!

2007-11-26 15:11:02 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

She said that her X told her that he started crossdressing after his mom let his sisters put him in a dress and panties for hitting them.
I am only concerned because my girl cousins dressed my son up in a tutu and makeup last night for a bet he lost.
Has anyone know if this is true?

2007-11-26 14:37:59 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous