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Your 6-year-old
Your child's imagination runs wild, and you'll be the happy audience to creative play-acting. You'll also be appointed expert on everything by your child, who needs to know why things work the way they do. Independent reading will help fuel his imagination.
Now we are 6 만6세 아이들의 특징
Now We Are Six is the title of a book of children's poetry by A.A. Milne, the creator of Winnie the Pooh. The title alone makes it a fun book to have on your birthday child's shelf. But this kind of book illustrates some other interesting points about 6-year-olds:
Your social butterfly 배역 만들기를 즐겨요
Six-year-olds become quite social in their play, drawing friends into their dramas and concocting more elaborate story lines. They're more creative about finding and using props around the house – for example, using blankets to build forts and towels to make capes. It's a good idea to provide lots of prop possibilities and be generous about sharing household items when you can....read more
Growing up 만6세 아이의 신체 발달
The average 6-year-old is about 42 inches tall and weighs almost 50 pounds. Your child will double that weight by the time he reaches adolescence, and grow to five feet tall or more!
Your child's doctor tracks this growth, of course, but you can help your child develop in a healthy way by serving nutritious food and making sure he gets lots of exercise. Two kinds of measurements to bear in mind: height-weight percentiles and BMI....read more
Picky eaters 편식 문제
Handling picky eater issues requires the same matter-of-fact, low-pressure strategy that's effective for other behavioral challenges like power struggles and defiance. No arguing, no raised voices. Put the food on the table – healthy options, of course – without dwelling on it.
Try to have at least one thing you think your child will eat, and then let her choose what, and how much, to eat. If it's only bread, so be it....read more
Unattractive habits 안 좋은 버릇 - 스트레스에 대항하는 중
Hair twisting, nail biting, nose picking, and shirt gnawing are just a few of the annoying habits 6-year-olds develop. Your child isn't out to irk you. Such habits are a way of coping with stress. Nagging to stop is actually counterproductive. It only draws negative attention to the habit, making your child more nervous and attached to it....read more
The endless "Why?" 추상적인 사고가 발달해요
Do you find yourself playing Dr. Phil to your increasingly curious child, fielding questions about tough topics like whether God exists or why some people are fat? Your child is not only curious about abstract issues, she can now articulate such thoughts better....read more
Soothing routines 일과를 정해 주세요
Structure makes children feel safe. They have something to hold onto amid all the anxiety and know what to expect. "When I get home, I know I'll have a snack, do my homework, and then walk the dog."
You'll also notice how much less fighting there is if you stick with the routines. Kids will understand what needs to get done and when....read more
Expanding your library 이 시기에 읽히기 좋은 책
What books should be in a good first library? Here are some guidelines:
Power plays 아이와 힘겨루기
Getting snared in a power struggle with a 6-year-old can be tough to avoid. He wants control, and he'll fight for it valiantly. Engaging in these tussles with your child is a losing proposition, though. He'll continue to defy, dawdle, ignore, argue – whatever it takes to grab back some control. The more you insist and get upset, the more power he feels. He now knows just what to do to get a rise out of you....read more
Bedtime battles 잠을 안 자려고 해요
Even once-reliable sleepers sometimes have trouble going to bed and staying there. All the anxieties of the day can surface the minute your child's head hits the pillow. Should she go to the sleepover even if she's scared to? What will her brother do when he finds out she lost his baseball? Couple this anxiety with her growing body and busy day....read more
Seeing well 시력에 신경쓰세요
Often the early school years are when vision problems first surface. Doctors screen for vision health during pre-school checkups. Teachers also tend to notice when their students have difficulty seeing the board or participating in class activities.
Among the things to watch out for:
Accident or not? 실수로, 아니면 고의로?
Misdeeds deserve consequences, right? But in order to hand down a suitable consequence, you need to understand why your child misbehaves. Did she do it on purpose or was it an accident? Does she know the difference?
At 6, your child is learning the difference between accidental and intentional behaviors. Most children don't plot to do wrong. Baseballs sail off course and through windows; pants get ripped; things happen....read more
Your 6 1/4-year-old
There's so much to learn when you're 6 -- how to pick up your room, how to get along with other kids, how to play fair, and how to handle mistakes gracefully. It's a busy time for parents, too, as you help navigate your child through all this new territory. Lots of one-on-one time will help.
Getting good rest 푹 쉴 수 있게 해 주세요
You may notice your child going to bed earlier than previously or seeming to "lose it" before bedtime. A full day of school can cause even the most active 6-year-old to tire by day's end.
Kids this age still need ten to 12 hours of sleep a night. Sufficient rest can have a huge impact on his behavior and performance at school. So even if he's protesting his early bedtime ("Nobody else in my class goes to bed at 8"), stay resolute....read more
Black-and-white thinking 이분법적인 사고를 해요
Your child may have trouble seeing the middle ground of anything. Sixes tend to be either ecstatic or down in the dumps. Someone is stupid or brilliant. Or something is right or wrong. This mind-set of rigid extremes can be exasperating and puzzling.
In fact, black-or-white thinking helps kids organize and control their world. As they put things into one of two categories – like or dislike, fun or boring – they make predictions about behaviors and situations....read more
Playing fair 공평함에 대해 가르쳐요
At this stage, your child is still learning right from wrong and what it means to play fair. It's your job to help him be a gracious winner and a good loser.
Start by playing some games that he has a good shot at winning, ones that rely more on luck than strategy. If he gets practice winning, he'll gain some confidence. If he cheats or stomps away from a game because he's losing, talk to him about the ramifications of his behavior....read more
Teaching table manners 식사 예절
Children in families who eat together tend to have better nutrition, snack less, and even do better in school. So look for ways to make the table a pleasant place everyone's happy to be. Part of enjoyable meals is dining with people who know how to behave themselves at the table.
Enforce table manners – no shoveling food, napkin in your lap, chewing with your mouth closed, no complaining about what's served. Quiet but persistent reminders are usually the most effective....read more
Making choices 결정하는 법을 가르쳐요
Making choices can be hard for sixes. While it's great to offer extra control now, he may still need more direction than you think. The trouble is that there are so many possible choices, and he's very aware of the possibilities.
Let's say you ask him to choose a snack. Easy enough, right? Well, you may have a pantry full of options. Should he take his favorite cookies or try something new? Will he be disappointed if makes the wrong choice?...read more
Chipping in on chores 집안일을 돕게 하세요
Your child will feel proud and useful when you give her jobs to do. Doing chores raises self-esteem and helps a child to feel part of the family "team."
Best are small, simple responsibilities with just a few steps. For example, picking up the floor of her room, filling a pet's water bowl, weeding, and cleaning mirrors. Some chore helpers:...read more
Sending clear messages 의사를 분명하게 전달하세요
Children are adept at reading nonverbal cues. Say your child races in to show you the masterp***e he just painted. Your eyes stray briefly from your book and you toss out a casual, "That's beautiful, honey." What you just told him with your body language and tone of voice: "I don't care. Please don't bother me."
Nonverbal communication – body language – comprises more than three-fourths of all communication. Use it to your advantage as a positive behavior-shaping tool....read more
Playing together 어른과 함께 어울릴 수 있는 기회를 주세요
The best parent-child playtime ideas do double-duty. For instance, putting on favorite tunes and dancing while you do chores together accomplishes two things – burning off energy and getting the housework done.
Try one of these other ideas to help kids' bodies and minds grow.
Learning from mistakes 실수를 통해 배워요
You've probably heard of logical consequences. This discipline tactic involves finding a punishment that suits the crime so that it becomes a learning experience. If your child doesn't pick up his toys when asked, for example, the toys are put away out of play circulation for a while.
It can be hard to come up with a fitting consequence in the heat of the moment. If you use this tactic well, though, it's much more productive than knee-jerk punishments and tirades....read more
On best behavior 기본 예의를 가르치세요
As your child starts to spend more time at friends' houses, she needs to learn that good manners help her to get asked back. Peers are often harsher critics than parents when it comes to manners. They know when someone didn't help clean up or refused to take turns – and they don't like it.
Help by continuing to model and reinforce basic etiquette. If you treat people with kindness and respect, she'll copy....read more
Speeding up a slowpoke 게으름 부리는 버릇 잡기
Dawdling is a normal behavior, but some children do it more than others. Some dawdlers are dreamers by nature, or easily distracted. Others don't adjust well to change or make transitions easily. If time doesn't seem to mean much to your child, try these strategies:
Helping medicine go down 약을 안 먹겠다고 해요
Taking medicine is non-negotiable. But there's often a better way to deliver it. If you've got a resister on your hands, try some of these ideas:
Your 6 1/2-year-old
Your child's world is getting so much bigger -- with slumber parties, field trips, and classes expanding her horizons. That means there are more outside influences in your child's life for you to watch over. More exposure to strangers, plus a taste for TV, means it's time to clarify some boundaries.
Taming the media monster
Many parents limit screen time by keeping TVs and computers in a central place – out of the child's bedroom – but there are other ways you can manage your first grader's screen appetite:
Start by setting firm rules on what's permissible. Make sure your child asks before turning on anything.
Get involved. When you play with your child, you learn about why he's fascinated with WebKinz. Your child also gets excited and feels special if you take an interest....read more
Stranger danger
Growing independence, natural innocence, and a lack of judgment and impulse control can place your child in risky situations. This is a good time to stress messages about stranger danger and safety.
How do you impart these lessons without panicking your child? Offer simple rules, experts advise: "Don't open the door unless you know who it is." "Don't go anywhere with someone you don't know." "Strangers who need help should ask other grown-ups, not kids, even for things like finding a puppy." These rules are easily understood by 6-year-olds; they're like putting on a bike helmet....read more
Time for sleepovers?
Preparing for a sleepover party will help ensure your child's safety and reduce your odds of getting a homesick phone call at 2 a.m. Talk with the friend's parents ahead of time. Ask about any movies the kids might watch or activities they have planned to make sure they're appropriate. You may even want to ask about guns in the house – any weapons should be locked away out of kids' reach. Let your child know what to expect....read more
Taking field trips
Field trips are invaluable learning experiences. Concrete visits to places read about in books help expand a child's understanding of the world around her. Kids also learn best when they use all their senses – feeling the bark of a tree or smelling bread on a bakery tour. Another benefit: Taking your child out in public lets her practice manners and conversational skills....read more
Game time
Many a family finds life upended by a child's absorption with computer games. You may find his behavior has deteriorated as he constantly negotiates for more screen time, neglects his chores, and speaks of nothing but the game.
Know that it's normal for kids this age to fixate on things, and their obsessions are usually short-lived. Computer games can be addictive, however, so stick to your guns about gaming time limits....read more
When your child ignores you
Often kids ignore parents so they can avoid doing something or fighting over something they really don't want to do. Or they do so because they know you'll get mad and they want to get a rise out of you. Some kids get in the habit of ignoring parents because parents then give up and do the thing themselves. These are all forms of disrespect that should not go unaddressed....read more
Your little collector
Arranging a beloved collection so others can see it will make your child feel proud – and is a great way to encourage further collecting. Bonus: It keeps things tidy, too.
Try to get him to winnow down the treasures to his favorites before you tackle organizing. Then start brainstorming together the ways he might display them.
To keep collectibles in plain sight, consider shelves, shadow boxes, or clear containers....read more
Snack attack
It can be a long time between lunch and dinner for a school-age child. Having nutritious snacks readily available makes it more likely she'll make good choices to tide her over.
Ideally, have a special spot in the refrigerator and on the kitchen counter for after-school snacks. That makes it easier for your child to help herself and less likely that she'll go foraging through the rest of the kitchen. Leave something ready-made (such as cut-up cheese and crackers) or let her know specifically what to take, giving a choice between two snacks if you like....read more
Bath time
Bath time offers a great transition between going full throttle all day and winding down at night. But some children, often boys, have little interest in spending time on personal hygiene at 6. Complicating odds of a successful cleanup is a growing interest in privacy.
Late sixes are capable of bathing or showering alone. Teach your child how to turn on the bath faucet first before turning on the shower, if yours has that option....read more
But it's not fair!
On one hand, your child understands that being fair means sharing and not leaving out other children, and that misbehavior brings appropriate consequences. On the other hand, sixes' obsession with rule-making and rule-breaking muddies the water. It can be hard to distinguish what's equitable when you can't agree on the rules. Just witness a group of 6-year-olds who spend more time creating the rules to a game than playing it....read more
Extracurricular activities 방과후 활동
Looking for an after-school or weekend activity for your child? The best programs for 6-year-olds:
Is it ADHD? 우리 아이가 ADHD?
If you have – or know – a child who has trouble paying attention and sitting still, who acts before she thinks, and who blurts out whatever comes into her head, you may wonder: Could she have attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Kids are often diagnosed between 6 and 12, when teachers pick up on suspect behaviors. As well as inattention and hyperactivity, kids with ADHD may have poor self-esteem...read more
Your 6 3/4-year-old
An eager-to-please nature makes your child naturally inclined to good behavior. Piling on praise where you can and framing criticism positively helps keep your child interested in following your direction.
The power of positivity
There's an old song that perfectly captures how to encourage good behavior in a first grader: "You've got to accentuate the positive, eliminate the negative…"
It's so easy to focus on what a child is doing wrong. Using a more positive approach can take a little more effort, but it's more productive, especially at this praise-hungry, fragile age. Start by complimenting good behavior more often than you chastise the bad: "I like the way you solved that. Taking turns was a good idea." This tells your child he'll get your attention for his good conduct rather than his bad....read more
Is your child gifted?
There are many kinds of giftedness: in language, in math, in music, in sports. If your child seems challenged in school and happy, her aptitude may not be a critical issue at this age. But if she's bored or complains her schoolwork is way too easy, you may want to discuss the issue with her teacher. A true prodigy is rare (and pretty obvious). Giftedness in one area or another is more common....read more
Potty mouth
Young kids curse for a variety of reasons – which are worth remembering when your ears are burning and your blood pressure's rising. Some do it shock their parents; they know now that certain words are verboten and may get a rise from you. Sometimes they're just trying to show off in front of peers and older kids. They may also curse when they're angry or upset, simply copying behavior they see in other adults or teens or on TV....read more
Dealing with death
As much as parents would like to protect their children from the harsh realities of life, it isn't always possible. Pets, and people, die. Six is somewhat of a transition age regarding a child's ability to understand death. She's beginning to realize that a life cycle includes both birth and death and that death is final.
Still, sixes may hold stubborn notions about death. It's common for young kids to think that only old people die, for example....read more
Pile on the praise
The simplest secret weapon you have in keeping life on an even keel with your child is praise. A few words about something your child did or is doing well can defuse a tense situation or head off a tantrum. Praise is also like money in the bank – each kind word or positive observation a deposit that builds up a store of goodwill in your child and actually makes him want to behave better for you. Kids have a deep desire to please their parents....read more
Sweets and treats
Most children have a natural sweet tooth. Trying to keep sugar away from your child completely is a losing battle, given its prevalence in the world. And forbidding it can backfire. The more you make it a forbidden fruit, the more she'll want it, and scarf it down when the opportunity presents itself at friend's houses or parties. The trick is not to deny but to limit....read more
Talking back
Be firm about what you do expect. If "whatever" isn't an acceptable response to a request, make sure he knows it. If he continues to say it, follow through on whatever consequences you've discussed.
When everyone has calmed down, discuss the disrespect. Let him know you can see that he's upset, but calling you "poophead" isn't going to solve anything. See if you can get to the bottom of his frustration. Maybe he won't get the mail for you because he's afraid of the neighbor's dog....read more
Parent-teacher conferences
You have many years of parent-teacher conferences ahead. So it's useful to know how to get the most out of these meetings.
Before your conference, talk to your child. Ask what she likes and dislikes about school. Ask what she thinks her teacher will say about her. If she complains that he's always on her case for talking too much, you won't be blindsided if it's brought up....read more
Raising a reader
As your child begins to read, your challenge is to keep nurturing his enthusiasm for the printed word. Encourage him to read anything – ask questions about words on cereal boxes, signs, comic books, the sports page. Even using the closed captioning on your TV screen can help boost reading skills. Keep a stash of reading material in the car....read more
Privacy, please
At ages 6 and 7, a sense of modesty begins to appear. Your child may suddenly insist on dressing or bathing alone or no longer leaves the bathroom door wide open.
Why the new sense of privacy? Some of it stems from a new self-awareness, as well as a sense that other people have feelings different from hers. Your child has a growing gender identity, too, and consciously or unconsciously imitates the parent of her gender....read more
Telling time
Here are some telling-time tips:
Have your child count the minute markers to show that there are indeed 60 minutes in an hour. (Since most 6-year-olds can count as high as 200, they should be able to do this.) Most kids will also understand what half of something means. Slice an apple or a pizza in half to illustrate. Then show them that half of 60 is 30. That's the half hour....read more
Going on 7
What can you expect as your child stands on the brink of 7? These two years are developmentally similar, but things go a bit more smoothly now that the transition to full-day school is more familiar. Many of the behavior quirks of sixes – gnawing hair and shirts, being unable to sit still – are related to the stresses of the transition to school....read more
Your 7-year-old
Though your 7-year-old requires less hands-on care now, your guidance is still essential. As he becomes involved in team activities, he'll need reminders about how to be a good sport; when games with friends go awry, they'll need a nudge to get back on a peaceful track; and when those "What if …" questions come up (and they will!), you'll be the one they come to.
The lovable sevens
Congratulations on another step down the road toward growing up. Sevens are delightful to be around. They've shed a bit more of the neediness and uncertainty of younger years, and bring enthusiasm and curiosity to everything they do. Mastering skills like reading and simple math gives your child a confidence and excitement about academics....read more
Talking like a pro
Typically, the vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar of a child this age are all working at near-adult levels. Vocabulary and comprehension will continue to expand during the coming years — right through high school, in fact. But most lisps and common mispronunciations are outgrown by 7....read more
Peaceful playtime
Friends figure more and more prominently in your child's life now. He may have a "best friend." But this best pal can change quickly from week to week, depending what circumstances have thrown them together — playing together on a soccer team, sitting next to one another in class, or living nearby....read more
Showing a sporty side
During this year the typical kid will show great physical prowess. She can throw or kick a ball accurately, skip and gallop, and show mastery in balancing when hopping or riding a bicycle. Hand-eye coordination is very good, and she can run fast and turn or stop accurately and without falling....read more
The jokester in the house
A quick mind and advanced appreciation for wordplay mean that your child's sense of humor is terrific. Jokes he tells now actually make sense. And they're often told again and again because the payoff — your laughter and his sense of accomplishment — is so great....read more
Why routines still matter
Sevens are often fond of order and routine. At this age your child has a pretty accurate sense of time and prides herself on knowing the flow of events at school, at home, and among different family members. She knows that there's a sequence of events that occur in order to get ready to go to school in the morning....read more
Got a craft box?
The creative skills of a second grader assume many forms. These kids love working in a variety of mediums, so keep more than just coloring books and crayons around the house.
Clay, paints, pipe cleaners, markers, and other materials can keep a 7-year-old occupied for as much as an hour....read more
Dodging gender stereotypes
Girls tend to hang out with other girls in small groups, giggling and whispering. Boys tend to gravitate to other boys and engage in more physical play. Kids may repeat stereotyped generalities: “Girls are sissies” and “Boys are stupid.” Some children are embarrassed if they don't conform to the gender standards set by peers....read more
Mastering math
It's amazing that your child has gone from obliviousness about numbers to growing math proficiency in such a short time. Following is a list of what math most 7-year-olds are able to do. (If your child can't do some of these things, he'll probably learn them in second grade.) ...read more
What if? What if? What if?
"What if?" is a favorite question of second graders: "What if the road ended around the next curve?" "What if I threw this ball up to the top of that tree?" "What if we saved the hail in the freezer?"
There's a reason for all this curiosity. Your child is aware that circumstances and conditions can change....read more
Learning to be a good sport
Everybody likes to win. But when your child loses at a game now — and it's inevitable that he will — he's a much better sport about it. Seven-year-olds have a keener understanding of the concept that there are winners and losers, and people take turns at each. As your child becomes less rigid about inventing and sticking to rules, he becomes easier to play with, for grownups and peers alike....read more
How to make sick days saner
Being sick is no fun, and neither is having a sick child. Some ways to make it better:...read more
Your 7 1/4-year-old
More and more, your child may start wanting some time alone. This is totally normal, and an important way for your child to process what's going on in her life. When you are spending time together, there are lots of stimulating things to do without turning the TV on – cooking, reading, even running errands together can be fun at this age.
Your own kitchen classroom
Outside of school, what's one of the best classrooms for your child? Your kitchen! Cooking together reinforces the math and reading lessons your child is learning at school.
It's not hard to see how cooking teaches math. Your child can already count and write numbers up to 100 and do simple addition and subtraction problems. But cooking can teach many other concepts:...read more
Is your child gifted?
Parents often wonder if a bright child is "gifted." It's a word that's bandied about often and is a source of confusion, largely because there's no single definition of giftedness. When educators talk about "giftedness," they're often referring to advanced abilities in one area, as broadly defined by a landmark U.S. Department of Education report: intellect, academics, creativity, artistry, or leadership....read more
Fun breaks from screen time
In need of some alternatives to tempt your child away from the TV or computer screen? Try these:
Nipping a nail-biting habit
Hmmm, have you noticed you haven't needed to trim your child's nails lately? Nail biting is an annoying but all-too-common behavior among second graders. Some flexible kids even manage to gnaw off their toenails. (Eww!)
Aside from the gross factor, nail biting is a bad habit because of the germs your child can ingest. When you're dealing with a behavior like this, it helps to understand why kids do it....read more
Why your child needs alone time
If your child shows an increasing interest in being alone, don't be alarmed. A tendency toward introversion and privacy are normal parts of a 7-year-old's social development. Your child has a lot on his mind and spends much of his day in company with others. Having a little time to process and dream all by himself helps him stay on an even keel....read more
How to nudge, not push
Eager to interest your child in an activity — whether it's piano lessons or reading — only to be met with indifference? All kids need motivating sometimes.
Your child is best motivated when she's self-motivated. Nudge her toward activities that she seems to have an inclination for already. For example, if she's more interested in dance than music, maybe this isn't the time to launch piano. (If you're set on music lessons, she may be able to do band or orchestra in middle school.)...read more
How to make errands fun
What's the trick to getting through errands peacefully and without breaking anything if you have an antsy child in tow? Play off your child's developmental abilities.
Explain the plan before you head out. Sevens like to know what to expect. Try to stick as closely to the plan as you can....read more
The upside of falling down
We're conditioned to think of risks and mistakes as being things to avoid, but in fact both are terrific experiences for your child.
Taking risks and succeeding boosts your child's self-esteem. Whether it's playing with a new friend, trying a new food, or seeing whether she can pour the milk all by herself, encourage your child when she shows an interest in trying....read more
Not too old for a time-out
Your child isn't too old to receive a time-out for misbehavior, especially if you've been using this tactic all along. But what if he doesn't take time-outs seriously?
Consistency is the key here: Don't call a time-out today but skip it tomorrow for the same infraction because you're in a better mood. And always follow through on a warning if your child doesn't heed you....read more
A scaredy-cat around dogs?
Most young kids love animals. But even future veterinarians sometimes develop aversions to certain types of critters. A fear of dogs and a fear of bugs are two anxieties that sometimes develop suddenly in children this age, usually after an unfortunate encounter. Empathy and desensitizing your child are the best ways to deal....read more
Beat the bedtime battle 잠을 안자려고 해요
Considering how busy a typical day is, you'd think your child would be bushed and ready for bed at the end of the day. But even if he's tired, that doesn't mean he'll stay in bed once he's put there.
Grade-school kids resist bedtime for many reasons. The main one is that they're wound up about the day....read more
How to encourage reading 어떻게 읽기를 잘 시켜 볼까?
Some 7-year-olds are eager readers. Other are...well, indifferent. If your child falls into the latter category, take heart. It's a big wide world of reading out there. You may simply need to look a little harder to find what "clicks" for her.
First consider branching out with her reading material. Many kids this age love comic books. And as long as the comics have words, your child is reading....read more
Your 7 1/2-year-old
Sometimes it seems like the teen years arrive a good five years early. Issues you may have thought you wouldn't have to think about yet keep cropping up: helping your child deal with distressing news headlines, the overwhelming push to social networking, and a very teen-ish urge to suddenly walk away from lessons or a team.
When collections take over
Just how many stuffed animals (or toy cars or Pokemon cards) can one child own? Never enough, if he's 7. Many kids develop a preference for a certain kind of toy when they're around kindergarten age and don't let up on it for a long time. Often these are viewed as collections. They're a source of pride and comfort, as well as playthings....read more
Understanding the news
War can be a scary subject for second graders. They see it on the news or hear grown-ups talking about it but aren't sure about its direct impact on their lives.
Don't try to hide headlines from your child. While it's a good idea to limit her consumption of TV and radio news (especially channels that repeat the same news summaries every few minutes), you shouldn't shy from answering questions as directly and reassuringly as you can....read more
Fun ways to encourage reading
Simple activities can reinforce a beginning reader's enthusiasm for the activity. Try these:
Laying a spiritual groundwork
Until about age 7, a child absorbs the basic rituals of spirituality she's exposed to with little understanding of their significance. It's hard for the very young to conceive of a higher power or what religion and faith represent. Around 7, children in religious households enter a new phase of spiritual development, in which they begin to understand the symbolism of various spiritual icons and rituals. They also begin to better imagine the abstract idea of the existence of God....read more
Social networking? Already?
Social networking has reached the lower-elementary set with the introduction of sites like Webkinz, Buildabearville, and Club Penguin. In fact, these online worlds are a powerful lure for young children.
What's the appeal? Cute characters, a sense of control from dressing and moving them around the site, fun games, and the opportunity to make and spend "money" and other activities that seem similar to what grownups do....read more
Parent-teacher conference prep
Is your child doing well in school? Teacher conferences are a useful way to gain an understanding of how your child is doing and where she may need help.
Come with an open mind. Try not to take anything the teacher says personally; your shared goal is the academic success of your child. And remember, the teacher spends hours with your child every day and can offer valuable insights into her strengths and shortcomings....read more
Getting the cold shoulder?
Though you're normally the apple of your child's eye, sometimes one parent or the other is temporarily rejected. Any number of things could be the cause.
Little kids, like adults, have bad days sometimes. Maybe he didn't know the answer when a teacher called on him or he got teased at recess. Or maybe he's upset with you but not emotionally mature enough to communicate this. A child may also temporarily reject a parent who has been away on a trip or more preoccupied than usual with work....read more
Still have a picky eater?
Are there foods that your child is still reluctant to try — or that have never touched her plate, much less her lips? Some kids are adventuresome eaters at this age and some aren't — but it's too soon to tell how fussy they'll be about food in adulthood.
In the meantime, there's nothing wrong with dietary monotony, so long as your child eats a reasonably balanced mix of foods....read more
Get into the garden
With its combo of physical activity and dirt, gardening often captures the imagination of young elementary schoolers. At this age, most kids are more interested in process than product. Still, they do enjoy the feeling of accomplishment they get from nurturing something from seed to plant. If you plant vegetables, your veggie-hater might even be inspired to have a munch!...read more
When your child wants to quit
What's the best way to react when your child announces she wants to quit ongoing lessons or a team? This is a common reaction for young kids who have spent some time in a discipline like piano or dance; a group such as a choir, Brownies, or Cub scouts; or a sport.
Kids have different reasons for wanting to stop. They may simply not like what they're doing. It might be too difficult. It may take too much time away from playing. They may have a conflict with the instructor or another student or teammate....read more
Is your child being bullied? 아이가 괴롭힘을 당하고 있나요?
Bullying is the intentional tormenting of a child in physical or psychological ways. And sadly, bullies appear on the scene as early as second grade. They tend to be kids who are angry and have low self-esteem. Picking on "weaker" kids gives them a charge and makes them feel superior. Many bullies also consume excessive amounts of violence on TV and in computer games....read more
The big-kid toy bin 장난감을 바꿔 주세요
Ages 6 to 8 can be a transition time when your child leaves preschooler toys behind for good yet is still drawn to the toy box. Sort through your child's toys periodically and donate outgrown ones. This reduces clutter and lets your child spot the playthings that suit her at this age. Too much stuff in a playroom can make it hard for your child to single a toy out....read more
Your 7 3/4-year-old
What's your child ready for? Lots of new experiences. This can be a great time to teach your kid how to set a table, use proper manners on the phone, resolve his own spats with siblings, and help care for a pet. Some nearly 8-year-olds want to help plan their birthday party. Whether your child is ready for a cell phone … well, some parents say yes, but that's for you to decide.
Becoming a young American
Your child is beginning to get an inkling of what it means to be a good citizen and a member of a community — after all, he's expected to be an upstanding student in his classroom. Help broaden this lesson by involving him in his own community, whether at school, in the neighborhood, at church, or on a larger scale....read more
Stepping out of sibling spats
There has never been a family in which two siblings living in the same house at the same time didn't argue. Here's a three-step plan for handling sibling spats.
1. Define the problem. "What are you arguing about? Okay, you're arguing about who gets to control the TV remote right now."
2. Involve the kids in brainstorming solutions. "Let's see if we can come up with two or three ways to fix this. Sam, what do you think? Leah, do you have an idea about what would be fair?"...read more
Table manners to teach now
Teaching table manners is a long process and one that usually involves many years of prompts. What your child is ready to learn now, if he doesn't know it already:
Nicer ways to say no
Kids often want more than we can provide, even more than we would want to provide if we had all the money in the world. Short of a curt "no," what's a good way to refuse them yet another Webkinz or vacation at Disney World?...read more
Smarter trip prep
Ready to venture on more ambitious vacations now that the diaper days and terrible twos are behind you? Do your homework by checking out family-friendly destinations and lodging. Although traveling with a big kid is easier than toting a baby and all her gear, you want to be sure everyone on the trip has a fun and stress-free time....read more
Teaching basic phone etiquette
Now that your child can manage a decent telephone conversation (no more grunting or monosyllabic replies when her aunt calls), it's time to teach proper phone etiquette.
Before she's allowed to answer or make calls, practice together. Go over your house rules. How do you prefer she answer the phone? ("Hello, Smith residence.") If the phone's for someone else when she answers, she needs to go and tell that person, not yell at the top of her lungs for him....read more
Time for a pet?
Some children are natural-born animal lovers. Owning a pet isn't for every family, but many feel the benefits outweigh the cost and responsibility. If your child is begging for a pet, here are some considerations:...read more
Ready to plan her own party?
Don't assume the total burden for planning your child's upcoming birthday bash. Almost-eights tend to be natural-born party planners who love to have a say in the matter. Where they can help:...read more
Old enough for a cell phone?
Is your second grader old enough for a cell phone? Even five years ago, that's a question that wasn't asked. But the devices are becoming more and more commonplace — even in elementary schools.
Generally, a child this age has little use for a cell. They tend to be more interested in the games on it than in texting their friends, much less calling anybody....read more
Moving a dawdler along
Although kids this age can take more responsibility for getting dressed, putting shoes on, and grabbing a jacket, many are serious dawdlers. Some kids are naturally slow and deliberate, others are easily distracted. Others don't adjust well to change or make transitions easily....read more
What to do with a school balker 학교에 가기 싫어할 때는 어떻게?
Occasionally, a school liker becomes a school balker. Then what?
Barring illness, often the root problem is that your child is afraid of something going on at school: missed homework, a problem with a classmate, an upcoming test. Sometimes it's the more conscientious and bright kids who work themselves into pretzels worrying over academics. Try probing around these possibilities to see if there's a trouble spot. E-mail the teacher to ask if he's noticed anything....read more
Bring on the eights
Hooray! Another big year is making way for an even bigger year ahead! By now, you've gained a pretty clear picture of your child's personality, interests, strengths, and weaknesses. Her basic character is pretty well formed; all the benefits you bestow on her from here on are icing on the cake....read more
Your child will be a busy student this year, learning concepts she'll build on for years. One of your jobs is to make sure she gets plenty of sleep so she can focus in school. Outside the classroom, she'll be grappling with intensified peer pressure, so a healthy self-esteem is essential at this age, too.
How your 8-year-old will grow
Your child is firmly in mid-childhood, fun years of remarkable capability and quick learning coupled with a pretty agreeable personality and growing self-sufficiency.
You child will continue to grow at about the same rate as in the last two years: an average of 2 to 3 inches and 3 to 7 pounds each year. Much of the new height comes in the legs, giving your child a leaner, more elongated appearance....read more
Peer pressure ramps up
Increasingly, your child will look beyond the family circle to inform her sense of herself. The elementary-school years tend to be very peer-oriented. Your child compares herself to others because she realizes that her inner self (how she feels inside) and her outer self (how she appears to others) are not necessarily the same thing....read more
Why intuitive eating is good for your child
Left to their own devices, most children are "intuitive eaters" – they eat when they're hungry and stop when they're full. They never get ravenous or stuffed.
They eat three meals plus snacks but don't gain excessive weight. They eat some of whatever they're served and, over the course of a week, wind up with a fairly well balanced diet that includes sweets and fats in moderation....read more
Toys to tempt kids away from the screen
Computer games have become the go-to amusement for 21st-century kids. But other types of playthings are useful to have on hand, too:
When a permanent tooth is a no-show
Sometimes a baby tooth falls out and its replacement fails to show up for months. What's happening?
Called delayed eruption, the slow appearance of the permanent tooth often happens when a baby tooth is knocked out or is damaged after a fall, turns dark, and then comes out a bit early. Sometimes the new tooth doesn't show up for well over a year....read more
A chatty phase
Your child may be a motormouth who happily narrates her day for you. Eights typically love to describe their interests to their parents, whether it's the intricacies of life on Club Penguin or the latest trading-card game. They tell stories about their day that are shaped with a beginning, a middle, and an end. They're also focused on rules and instructions, working out how things are "supposed to be."...read more
Big kids, big injuries
Your child is physically stronger and more confident than ever. His large muscles are well coordinated, so he can handle more complex activities such as gymnastic moves (cartwheels, forward rolls, flips), bike tricks (popping the front wheel, riding over curbs), complex jump-roping (such as double dutch), and accurate throwing and catching....read more
Chores your child is ready to help with
Harness your child's impressive energy and desire to please by involving her in household chores. What can an 8-year-old do?...read more
What not to do when kids fight
When it comes to breaking up quarrels between siblings, here are several replies parents often automatically blurt out – to little effect. Don't ask:
A good night's sleep
Eight-year-olds tend to be sound sleepers. As long as they have plenty of opportunities for physical play, they should be sleepy at bedtime and awaken only rarely with nightmares or other needs.
Your child should get about ten hours of sleep a night. Protect this time – it's when your child grows and when the brain consolidates and organizes the vast amounts of new material it absorbs each day....read more
A peek inside the classroom
Third grade curricula vary from state to state. Although it's hard to generalize about what your child will learn this year, the following concepts are among those that a child is ready for at 8:...read more
Is your child's speech problem really a problem? 발음이 부정확한데 문제가 될까요?
Most children have the ability to pronounce most sounds by now. But if you still notice certain problems, don't worry. It's normal for the following speech glitches to linger into the early elementary years:...read more
Your 8 1/4-year-old
You're probably seeing more signs of your child's independence these days. Some are heartening – like the universal fascination with secret forts and kids-only clubhouses. Others are distressing, like hearing your child say he hates you. The good news is that both are developmentally normal.
Warding off typical fears
Just because he's no longer afraid of monsters in the closet doesn't mean that your child is over fear completely. Fears can persist right into adulthood.
The most common fears for 8-year-olds include fear of injury, kidnapping, and natural disasters (tornadoes, floods). Fears about global warming and running out of natural resources are recent additions to this list....read more
Best friends forever? Well, at least this week
Your child is now in the "best friend" years. While she may have seemed to have a special playmate at times in the past, she's now likely to identify particular buddies as her "BFF"s – best friends forever. As her former self-centeredness broadens out to an appreciation to others' feelings and perspectives, she's better able to be a good friend....read more
Four steps to not spoiling your child
Many experts believe that kids become spoiled when things come too easily, encouraging them to take those things for granted. Here are some ways to avoid this:...read more
Extracurriculars: Too much of a good thing?
Extracurricular activities expose a child to new experiences that help her learn and grow. But there are so many options out there, it can be hard to decide what to sign up for.
Some tips:
Screen time: How much is too much?
We've all heard the rule that kids should watch no more than two hours a day of television. In some households, that's no problem – because many kids would rather play video games than watch TV anyway.
But the two-hours-a-day rule refers to more than TV – it includes all kinds of screen time. "Screens" include computers, handheld computer games, and game systems. It also refers to DVDs. Two hours a day means total for all of these....read more
I hate you!
"I hate you!" They're ugly words and painful to hear. How seriously should you take them? And how should you respond?
Some kids fall into the habit of shouting, "I hate you" in response to any scolding they receive or request they don't want to comply with. It often becomes a habit because of the response it triggers: guilt (which results in giving in) or anger (which results in a show of attention)....read more
No grown-ups allowed
Elementary-age kids often gravitate to their own secret, kid-only places: tree houses, play structures, or forts meticulously built from sticks or other ad hoc building supplies. There's a reason for this kind of play. It provides children with a sense of privacy and independence, a separation from grown-ups. These play places are often segregated by *** or age....read more
No more whining
Someone once described whining as "anxiety forced through a small tube," and that's sure what it sounds like. Preschoolers often whine because they lack patience and find that this particular pitch and tone irritate parents enough to get their attention.
Older kids sometimes copy this behavior from a younger child in their world. Or they fall into the habit when sick or grumpy, see that it works, and stick to it....read more
Braces: Not just for middle-schoolers anymore
Will your child need braces? Many children make their first orthodontic visit in the middle- to late-elementary school years.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children have a first visit before age 7, while the permanent teeth are still coming in. Although few problems require correcting at this age, the orthodontist can evaluate potential problems to watch out for and outline a possible course of treatment....read more
Too soon for a cell phone? 핸드폰은 너무 이를까요?
Cell phone ownership has been trending downward in age. Some of your child's friends may have one already. Should you join in?
Most developmental experts agree that the longer you can hold off on a phone for a child, the better. Of growing concern is the possible association between cell phone use and brain tumors. Children who grow up using cell phones have that many more years of usage, and the cumulative effects are uncertain....read more
When someone is very sick 가족이 아플 때
Your child has a good sense of what's going on in the household and can read its emotional temperature. When a loved one is seriously ill, it's usually best not to hide it from your child. Choose the words to explain it on a level he can understand: "Grandpa's heart is sick."
Assure your child that the sick person has lots of good doctors trying to make him better and that you or other relatives are also looking after him....read more
Why snacks are still important 간식이 중요해요
Nutritionists tend to favor snack times for early-elementary-age students. Small tummies, active days, and (in some kids) fast ****bolisms can leave kids hungry. In fact, many schools make nutritious snacks a regular part of the day, often in midmorning, especially when kids start early and have late lunches.
Eating small amounts more often boosts concentration and actually helps reduce overeating because a child isn't "starving" at mealtime....read more
Your 8 1/2-year-old
Lots of questions come up for parents of 8 1/2-year-olds. Should I be giving my child an allowance? How much is the right amount? Why has my daughter suddenly dropped her best friend, who happens to be a boy? And why, oh why, can my child not remember to hang her day pack up when she comes home? We have some answers.
What to do when your child wants to quit
"I quit!" What's a parent to do when her little dancer or athlete or scout decides he's had enough and doesn't want to do an extracurricular activity any longer?
On the one hand, you may have a financial investment in an activity. You may be certain that eventually your child will be glad he stuck with it. Or you may be concerned that your child "owes" it to teammates or a teacher to finish a commitment....read more
The scarier the better
Ghost stories. Spooky book series like Goosebumps. Movies filled with suspense and surprises. Between 8 and 12, many children gravitate to scary themes, even when just a year or two ago they were afraid of the shadows in a dark hallway. What's happening?
Developmentally, your child is beefing up her braveness by putting herself in scary (but not really) situations. Screaming provides some emotional release. She also loves the rush of excitement....read more
Off to camp
Camp can be a terrific experience for children. They gain a bit of independence, which can be thrilling and confidence-building.
They get the chance to deal with things like roommates, self-care, and shared spaces, under the trained and watchful eye of a sympathetic counselor. They learn new skills, sports, and games. Plus, the whole family can benefit from a short break from one another....read more
The absentminded kid
Forgetfulness isn't just for seniors. Absentmindedness often besets school-age children whose lives are becoming more crowded with chores, friends, school rules, and other things to keep track of. Organization isn't an 8-year-old's strong suit....read more
Good versus bad in black and white
Your child is developing a strong sense of right and wrong. This is a natural and useful development. Eight-year-olds can seem rigid in their beliefs. You may hear your child declare that a certain person is "good" or something someone does is "bad," with little understanding that there's often a gray area in between....read more
Why you should learn to love your child's collections
At 8, kids collect with the same fervor they did in their younger days, but what they collect changes. Rather than rocks, sticks, and shells found on the ground, the preferred object now is a bit more sophisticated, and often a lot more expensive....read more
A better night's sleep – for everyone
Although sleep disturbances happen much less often during the school years than they did in early childhood, they can happen. Illness is one common cause. Another is emotional upset (fear over a scary movie, an impending divorce, a fight with a friend). Your child carries his turbulent moods into bed....read more
A sudden interest in personal hygiene
Boys and girls can definitely handle their own showers or baths now, but you may still need to be involved in a few ways. Demonstrate how little shampoo, conditioner, or body wash are actually needed – kids tend to overestimate. And time showers to make sure they're not too long. Some kids get carried away and waste water....read more
Truly helpful ways to help with homework
Homework helpers:
First off, make sure your child has a designated study area. It can be a desk in his room or at the kitchen table, as long as it's a consistent ********. That will reinforce the homework habit.
Don't take over. Let your child work through the assignments and solicit your help as needed. You shouldn't have to "set up" the homework session by reading the instructions and communicating them to your child....read more
Girls over here, boys over there
Increasingly at this age, boys prefer to play with boys and girls with girls. Social scientists aren't sure exactly why, but it partly has to do with a shared play style (boys often prefer more active, competitive play and girls more sedentary and cooperative play, although these are only broad generalizations)....read more
All in the family 역사를 이해해요
Your child is gaining a sense of history as he works to wrap his mind around the idea that events don't take place in a vacuum: There's a past as well as a future. He's also gaining an understanding that other people have points of view completely separate from his.
Put these developments together and it's no surprise he may start taking an interest in family history. What he'll like best: His family history also stars him!...read more
Setting up an allowance 허용선을 분명히 하세요
Some families choose to give an allowance with no strings attached. The child receives a set amount at set intervals, to spend as she sees fit. The benefit to this approach is that the child has more responsibility for making choices. The money is simply a learning tool.
Other families tie an allowance to chores, although that's controversial among experts, some of whom believe chores should be done uncompensated as an expected contribution to the family....read more
Your 8 3/4-year-old
Sassing, fighting with siblings, interrupting. What – do you have a preteen in the house? In a way, yes. More and more society is stretching the starting point of the preteen era down as far as 8. You may find your child wondering which workout to choose, surfing the Internet, and generally acting like an adolescent. Consider this a practice round.
Simple ways to sharpen memory
Having strong memory skills will serve your child well in his school years. He'll be better able to learn and retain key concepts and will feel more confident about his work.
Kids can boost memory skills in simple ways. Teachers often have children this age memorize poetry, for example. Memorizing multiplication tables is also good practice....read more
Beyond books: How to keep your kid reading
Some social observers say reading is an endangered skill. Book readership has been dropping steadily for years. Many adults don't read books at all.
Some children are natural avid readers, but others take to the habit more reluctantly. Kids often find electronic games and the Internet much more alluring than a static book. Should you be taking extra steps to push reading?...read more
How to handle sibling rivalry
Brothers and sisters spend a lot of energy competing with one another. Yet the solution isn't to try to make things even-Steven.
It's impossible to treat all your children "equally" because every child is different. Each deserves treatment that's appropriate for his age and temperament. Whether you're deciding on privileges or punishment, it's appropriate to take into account a child's personality, interests, and developmental level....read more
Teaching manners to a chronic interrupter
Impatient and full of things to say, many kids develop the bad habit of interrupting. Chronic interrupters tend to be showing off or over-excited about something. And, no, it's not your imagination that it often happens the minute you're on the phone or when company is over. Kids also interrupt as a bid for attention. Hence the disruption as soon as you're engaged elsewhere....read more
Here comes the sass
Impudence may be copied from sassy friends or TV characters. To an extent, it's a reflection of your child standing up for himself. He's letting the world (you) know that he won't be walked all over. That's an admirable intention but the wrong approach. It's not an attitude anybody wants to live with, and the sooner it can be curbed, the better....read more
Why math is so important this year
Among the math skills your child will be expected to know before fourth grade:
Raising a good sport
Most human beings hate to lose. Some young kids take it especially hard. Yet losing some, like winning some, is a part of life. It's an important lesson for your child to learn, and it builds resilience and good sportsmanship.
Be sure your child knows that being a good sport means not complaining or getting mad if you lose. It also means not making fun of other players or players he perceives as causing the team's loss....read more
New ways to work out
You may be hearing more about special electronics and equipment to whip today's young kids into shape. Certainly with rising obesity rates everybody's interested in keeping kids moving. Here's what you need to know about physical fitness at age 8:...read more
Ready for another birthday party?
If your child wants a big birthday bash – and many third graders do – here are some things to consider....read more
How to keep your child's self-esteem high
Once upon a time, your child's self-esteem was largely based on what she heard from the adults in her world. Now she's evaluating herself based on the opinions of her peers.
Some say that girls' self-esteem peaks around age 9. Then it plummets as they grow ever more influenced by peers and the media, and as puberty shifts their focus even more to their appearance and bodies....read more
Your child? A preteen? Get serious
Do you consider your child a "preteen"? Some marketers now lump the tender ages of 8 and 9 in with the former "tweens" of 10, 11, and 12. Although it's just a label, it can have subconscious effects.
Young childhood has been getting compressed for years as privileges and experiences once reserved for older kids have become available to those who are younger....read more
Happy birthday, big kid
Here you are, on the brink of 9! What can you expect in the coming year? You'll find that your child is becoming better organized and shows more initiative – at least when it comes to things that are of special interest.
Nine-year-olds often enjoy time alone. They may read, draw, listen to music, skate, or just daydream. They're using this time to refine their sense of who they are as individuals, an important transition before puberty....read more
Your child: 9 years and up
Congratulations on your child's recent birthday! Although we're focused on the development of kids 8 and younger, we also have lots of great stories, tools, and other resources to help you raise your older child. Take a look:
• Talk to other parents with kids the same age as yours, or trade stories and advice about topics ranging from bargain hunting, to dealing with in-laws, travel, and more.
• Use our Height Predictor to find out how tall your child is likely to grow.
• Peek into the lives of moms like you on our MOMFormation blogs, and get the latest dish on all the stars and their kids on Famebaby.
• Discover delicious dinner ideas in our recipe database.
• Take a ride on our birthday time machine to see which celebrities share your child's birthday and find famous events that happened on that day.
• Learn how to start saving for your child's college education now.
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