I don't ever send any time around children, so I am not sure how to make him feel at ease. I am not sure if 5 year olds can talk, but if he can, what kinds of things should I say to him?
When I was little my Aunt used to creep me out and I don't want this little guy to feel that way around me.
2006-12-13 17:05:46 · 13 answers · asked by clacroix00132 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Don't push too hard...funny though this sounds, "let him make the first move." At some point he'll probably come up to you, and then if you'll just listen, or play along with what he suggests, you'll bond. Some 5-year-olds are quite conversational...the problem may be getting him to be quiet once he's opened up!
2006-12-13 17:11:17 · answer #1 · answered by Rusting 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't have any kiddie video's, go the the Dollar General, they are around $5.00 get one or two, a box of crayons and 2 coloring books, one for each of you. Let the child have first pick. LOL Now you both can sit on the floor and watch one of the movies and color together, the children like it when the adults are at their eye level. Also make sure you have cookies and juice. Maybe next time when the child comes over you can bake cupcakes or make some simple crafts. Hope this helps.
2006-12-14 08:48:40 · answer #2 · answered by C J 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Children are resilient, 5 year olds are very articulate most children start saying words about 7 months. To start with of course, say Hello (make sure to use his name) and shake his hand. Tell him how glad you are to meet him. Wait a minute and see if he starts talking to you. A five year old has natural curiosity if he is not bashful and has heard stories from your sibling. He will immediately ask you a question which will make things easier. If he doesn't ask him what his favorite toy is or food something simple that will make him comfortable. If that doesn't work sit down with him and your sibling visit your brother or sister and he will join in when he is comfortable.
2006-12-14 01:18:28 · answer #3 · answered by Bunny 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I met my nephew when he was five as well, and I brought a toy for him to break the ice. I don't care what anyone says, a kids love (when they're that age) can be bought! LOL Find out what he's into, and then if you can afford it, buy him something relating to that. By that age, he should be able to talk and is probably in kindergarten or preschool. Try not to talk down to him, and don't push the relationship...this will not be the last time you see him. Maybe suggest that you and him go out for ice cream or to see a movie and that way you can ask him about his friends, what he's interested in, what he watches...things like that. Invite another family member so that it's not uncomfortable. Good luck and I hope you score brownie points!
2006-12-14 01:14:06 · answer #4 · answered by cowboynpony00 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
5 year olds can talk although they may not. If you want to win him, best thing to do is to bring a small gift for him but at the actual meeting, let him approach you. 5 year olds are smarter than we think they are and they have their own assessments of the world at large.
Little boys enjoy doing anything that involves making noises. Maybe after you meet, you can take him to a McDonalds Playland or something of that sort and just watch him play. You'll learn alot from that.
2006-12-14 01:15:24 · answer #5 · answered by meoorr 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Participate in his play activities. When a grown person plays with a kid, they think that's cool. If he colors, color something too( make it sloppy). Kids also will step up to the challenge when they given responsibility. Make them feel that you believe they can be responsible. The responsibility should be something very simple, but make them believe it's very important. Remember what it was that an adult did for you at that age that was comfortable. I enjoyed being a kid, but all kids want to be treated as an adult. I thought it was very cool when I was given an opportunity to do adult things (decide when dinner would be, 5 or 6 p.m.) Give them choices to decide from of course. Show an interest in what he says, and talk to him like you would an adult, but about kid stuff. If you want to know what his favorite toys are, ask him like you would ask a friend what sports car he likes best.
2006-12-14 01:36:33 · answer #6 · answered by ckgene 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kids are easy - You need a good ice breaker.
Might I suggest a new toy for him. Hold it so that he can see it. He will immediately smile and you take it from there. I have a son, trust me I know.
My suggestion for toys: Toy cars (hot wheel) (favorites right now)
G.I Joe like someone suggested. Sponge bob is in right now for kids. Dinosaur toys is always big.
Or you can call his mom and ask what kind of toys he likes and go from there.
Good luck - and trust me at that age toys is the way to go
watch how fast he smiles and opens up to you.
2006-12-14 01:20:32 · answer #7 · answered by infiniteson 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
be yourself. 5yr olds are just little people and can have pretty regular conversations. start by asking him what things he likes...and he he shows you then go from there....and offer to by a toy or game or something for him that way you both can play with it when he's with you....i've had some creepy aunts...but i've also had some cools ones that took me shopping...but just make sure that whatever u buy is ok with the parents just in case they monitor things
2006-12-14 01:14:06 · answer #8 · answered by tcb_2002 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sit across from him not to close. Ask him his name and than tell him yours. Ask him if he likes sponge bob all young kids do make it a point to tell him who you like. That will get your foot in the door. Just sit there with him and play toys with him,it lets him know that you are on the same page because when you hover over them it makes them feel inferior.
2006-12-14 01:14:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The very FIRST thing I do when around little ones, is to get down to their level. Kneel or sit to bring your eyes level with theirs.
5 yd olds love to chatter about anything and everything, and LOVE to answer questions about their pets, or what they like to eat.
2006-12-14 01:12:23 · answer #10 · answered by tropical 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋