tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36139501.post8871538030324155297..comments2023-07-01T02:40:42.428-07:00Comments on 2 Little Monkeys: Siblings and SchoolEllenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07278312453951176970noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36139501.post-18889511743952065902009-01-23T20:34:00.000-08:002009-01-23T20:34:00.000-08:00We've talked about the school issue alot lately he...We've talked about the school issue alot lately here too. Camry just turned four yesterday and all of her friends are born in the 2004 year. They will all go to school in fall, as they will turn five in july, october and november of 09. Although we think that she could do very well in kindergarten this fall, we've decided to keep her home another year (cause I can't bear to think of her in school in fall) because a few teachers I've talked to say that kids learn so much by being at home that it's best if they can stay there as long as possible. So she will be the oldest in the class. I've asked alot of people about this and the general feeling is that it's better for the child to have a little bit of a head start than be at the very back and not catch on, or still be needing naps. Or to start and get moved up rather than start and having to be held back. I know all kids are different and even though the ages are there the readiness may not be. I hope you guys can feel peace about whatever decision you make. The decisions involving our kids are such tough ones, hey?amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02860184794365899177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36139501.post-50661594755627622992009-01-22T08:17:00.000-08:002009-01-22T08:17:00.000-08:00It is tough dealing with the bickering isn't it? ...It is tough dealing with the bickering isn't it? And while it is tough and at times draining, I think that it also fosters a good relationship between siblings and allows each other to grow. Especially more so that they already have good play time and affection towards each other as it is.<BR/><BR/>As for taking sides, as long as you are there to listen to each of them attempt to communicate what is going on (or went on), you are supporting them accordingly. <BR/><BR/>So exciting about the gymnastics and preschool! Kaelen is loving preschool and honestly, it has been the best experience for him as he has captured that excitement and curiosity of wanting to learn ... <BR/><BR/>I think that you should hang on and see how the little man does in preschool as that will help you determine if he is emotionally ready to start kindergarten the following year. He may excel so much in preschool that you may find that you will want something more stimulating for him right away, or it could go the opposite and you may find that he will need that extra year in a more relaxed atmosphere. In the long run, your inner Mommy voice will guide you in the right path.<BR/><BR/>Your children are so cute!! Masyn has a stroller like K and that stroller goes where ever she goes!!Alliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02233842319589466537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36139501.post-51274167188202274692009-01-20T20:07:00.000-08:002009-01-20T20:07:00.000-08:00wow, that's so true Carrie, I'd never even thought...wow, that's so true Carrie, I'd never even thought of that (the whole drivers/younger than all the girls thing) not that we're thinking of EITHER of those things yet :) thanks :)Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07278312453951176970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36139501.post-32712336322252262592009-01-20T19:20:00.000-08:002009-01-20T19:20:00.000-08:00I was totally in gymnastics too when I was little....I was totally in gymnastics too when I was little. It's awesome, and I love having those pictures and a few home videos. Kids in bodysuits and leotards are too cute!<BR/><BR/>I vote you put TJ in school at 5 going on 6, then when he's in highschool he'll be the first to get his drivers out of his friends, and won't be younger than all the girls ;) Not that you'd mind I"m sure you don't want to think about him dating girls now do you? ;)Carriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04271308975675797692noreply@blogger.com