babysitting help!?!?

Question

I am babysitting for a 2 year old and a 6-7 year old this weekend. I have never met the kids before so i don't know what they are like

-Any one have any ideas on what to do with them?

- i'm babysitting like 5:30 to 11:00 so no outside games

-i herd from my mom that the 7 year old is hyper

Answer 1

That is the same age difference as my 3 kids. The older ones usually go to bed around 6-7pm and the younger one goes down around 8pm because he takes long naps in the afternoon. Getting them to bed might be the harder part, then actually interacting with them when they are awake! One bit of advice, the mother will love you if the kids are asleep when she gets home and the house is clean and dishes washed! I always give a bit of a bonus to my babysitters who put in the extra effort...or you at least might get another chance to make some money =)

One thing all us moms chat about is babysitters. The thing a mother hates most is getting home, the babysitter is sitting around watching TV while the house is a mess and the kids still awake and running around at 10-11pm. This does happen and the babysitter wont get a call back from any of us!

If the kids have a hard time going to sleep then read them a book. If they share a room then it might help to put the younger one in bed 30 mins. before the older one. Also a little of praise might go a long way. Tell them that you want to tell mommy and daddy how good they were so they need to be quiet. If nothing works, then you might have to sit in the room for awhile and maybe rub some backs to get them relaxed.

Now, about activities, my kids like doing crafts or puzzles. That seems to keep all their attention. I used to have a babysitter that would teach us how to draw Garfield because I liked to draw. The parents might also have boardgames like Candyland, Chutes & Ladders, Don't spill the Beans, etc. These are kind of universal games that all my kids like. You will have to find something that you can all do together or one of them might run off and get in trouble. Putting in some music and dancing will wear them out a little or might get them so wound that they wont calm down. Only you can decide how it is effecting the kids. My kids also like to do Tai-Bo or other excercises and then they get really tired. Movie and popcorn is also a good thing to keep everyone in one room and calm right before bed (just make sure it is a movie the kids are allowed to watch).

Answer 2

I babysit all the time for a 2 year old and a 5 (almost 6) year old. Some of my advice...

*They mean it when they call 2 year olds "terrirble twos" try not to give in to every tantrum and definitely do not allow them to hit you
*The two year old will probably be more shy and miss their parents so make sure you know what their favorite blankets and stuffed animals are
*The 6/7 year old is going to test you the moment you step into the door. They want to know how much they can get away with. You're only there for one night so the easiest thing would be to put in a movie.
*Utilize the 6/7 year old to ask questions about what to do about the 2 year old. If you give him/her a sense of responsibility they'll respect you.
*Bed time should be fun.... the 2 year old is going to have a hard time relaxing because mom/dad isn't there to tuck them in. You may have to put him/her in their bed - warmly say goodnight and mommy and daddy will be there as soon as they wake up but they have to go to sleep first - they will probably cry... you have to shut the door and let them cry themselves out.
*If the 6/7 year old is behaving give him/her an extra half hour to stay awake. Staying awake is probably a huge deal for him/her so use it as a reward. Eventually, however, you'll have to be stern.
*You'll want to ask the parents about both kids' falling asleep habits and what you shouldn't take.

I guess thats it for now... have fun!

Answer 3

Babysitting is fun and a great way to earn extra cash! Well the number one thing I can say about babysitting is DON'T be shy!!! They will sence it and walk all over you. If you tell them, hey don't do that... and the cry... let them its ok. Tell them in an understanding voice how it is and that you just want them to be safe.
Great things to do is to watch a movie (epecially for late at night.) (make sure it's not scarey, something funny.) (Like the Cat in the Hat movie) Or do arts and crafts with them (coloring) play hide the toy (get an object and hide it say hot & cold when they are close and far away!) Play guessing game and have them guess what animal you are by making noises or something.
-If the 7-year old is hyper, just stay calm, dont go crazy telling him to stop, quiet, because the house is probably normally like that, just laugh with him and you will be his new best babysitter. Make sure he knows the rules, if you are making a snack or doing something let him help. (play a game like "waiter" where you tell him to make you "pretend" food and bring it to you , and keep saying "oh, this is just waaay too cold." " oh, no chef, your stove is on fire!" He'll get a kick out of it and will be running around having fun.!)
GOOD LUCK!

Answer 4

i'm not being a sexist or anything but usually boys are more hyper and playful than girls so you have to watch out for the guys more...

some tips...

* dont ever let them near any sugars, chocolate etc.

* ask for some rules from the parents (all parents have different ideas on how to take care of children)

*or better yet you can say that your new at this and that you need some advice

* try to think activities that both would enjoy

* if all else fails, try letting them draw (you can bring some paper and crayons or you can ask where its located)

* dont violate any rules of the parents (they must have a good reason why they have those rules)

and etc.

thats well some of what i can think of right now :)

Answer 5

Are they both the same sex? If so you can usually do the same things with both of them since they are so close in age.

Plenty of indoor games and then start slowing down when the 2 year old starts getting tired. Show the older one how to do something like arts and crafts or ask him to read a book. Put the little one to bed and then turn your attention to the older one. Explain that sibling is sleeping so you need to do quiet things. Read a book or play a word game. Put that one to bed and you should have no problems.

Answer 6

I babysit a 5 year old boy who is super hyper as well.
Tips for babysitting
(ages 10monts- 1 year)

Games you can play: Toys that make noise, big blocks, pat-a-cake, and you can watch movies.

*Safety Tips:

* Always check for toys for loose or broken parts and sharp edges.

* Watch kids carefully during play. They may choose toys that are inappropriate for their age, especially if there is an older brother or sister in the house.
2-3 years old

Games:

Ride-on-toys, push-pull toys, water toys, picture books, simple puzzles, hide and go seek, rolling and catching ball, movies or watching t.v.

4-5 years old

Games:

Puppets, costumes, masks, play dishes, crayons and paper, arts and crafts, moves, dress-up, 1-spy, playing store, tricycles, wagons, skipping ropes, hula-hoops, roller skating, Barbie’s, toy trucks, and movies.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

At 5.30 Play Lego or something with them for about an Hour, Then Put that away and make the kids help you tidy it away and then read them a couple of story books ang give them a bottle/glass of warm milk while your reading it.
Then if they fall asleep carry them to bed.
Do not give them any sweets or fizzy pop which will make them hyper.
If the older kid starts playing up and does not want to go to bed then say you will tell his/her Mum And dad that he has been naughty.
Good Luck..x
Let us know how you get on..x

Answer 9

well hopefully the 2yr old will go to sleep early for you! with the 7yr old trywinding him down! Start with simon says and games like that! then perhaps a game of snap and then put a movie on! with any luck he'll fall asleep

Answer 10

first of all, no sugar for the 7yr old!
I assume they are siblings, and I bet the older one will help entertain the younger.
" I spy " is a fun game for the 2yr old, and the 7yr old may play too. also maybe a puupet show may be fun, the 7yr old can help you make some with some old socks, and some craft supplies, and you can put on a show for the 2yr old....