Morning from hell

[JennJubie]

Oh boy... hope your afternoon goes better! Just think, get through today, and tomorrow is Friday!!!

[Skysue]

Been there before! Not fun Don't worry about your neighbor kids cry and scream If it was 11pm at night then he's aloud to complain!

I hope they all nap well for you!

[sunnydays]

Sorry you had such a terrible day! Hopefully a nap makes everything better Just wanted to comment on your new 3 year old dcg...if she is new to DC and doesn't know how to play with others, social skills, etc, I personally would not use time-outs to teach her as she does not learn what she SHOULD do by sitting in time-out, only possibly what she shouldn't...but with nothing to replace it with, she will go right back to it. It will likely take a lot more time and working with her on how to play with her friends appropriately, (ex. asking for a toy, waiting for a turn and what to do while waiting,etc). I would try shadowing her and intervening to help her learn appropriate social skills each time..(ex. "Ask, 'can I have a turn?' and if the answer is no, wait until your friend is done. Why don't we find another toy for you."). Personally, for circle-time, I don't force participation. If they want to wander off, they can, but they all want to particiapte, so not much of a problem. It's not fun if it's forced IMO. Good luck and I hope your day improves!