When kids hit (about age 2 1/2)?

tulips

Is this the age that especially little boys hit?

Recently my friends son got hit by this other friends son both boys are about 2. The little boy hit the other little boy with a wooden toy so hard that it left a welt.

Now I'm worried to have my baby by this little boy!

The mom doesn't spank -She left after that happened.

Anyone have any advice or stories to help ease my mind?

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In my opinion it's a shame that parents let their kids behave certain ways and don't try to correct the behavior. "Oh, it's just a little boy, little boys are rough."

Uh, excuse me, that may be all well and good, but there's nothing that says you can't go over to your little boy, take his hand and say very firmly that hitting is unacceptable. Why some parents don't see that as clearly as I do is baffling. (phew, OK, vent over)

Anyway, if her child is acting that way in your house and she doesn't discipline him, I think you have every right to go over to the child and get down on his level, grasp his arm and get his attention and tell him that hitting is not permitted or accepted in your house, and if he continues to break the rules of the house he will have to go sit in the corner.

You'll probably offend the Mom, but it's better than having your kid beat senseless by another kid who isn't being taught to have manners.

Picky about your kids' toys?

Theodore M

Does anyone dislike the selection at Toys R Us? I am really picky about my son's playthings! I love stuff that not everybody else has. Not only that, but toys that allow for open-ended play that engage his imagination and thought. So many toys today do too much for the child. I am always looking for people to talk to about this, so if you are someone like me, please respond and let's discuss this!

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Ever seen a kid spend more time playing with a cardboard box the toy came in?

Give your kids tons of balls... big, little, bouncy, lightened, fuzzy...
Some good books...
Plenty of cardboard boxes, paper towel tubes, paints... pots, pans... stackable spoons...

Depending on your child's interests: lego, erector sets, pretend play things...

That assuming your child does not mouth everything.

Buy at garage sales and thrift shops, they are a dime a ton, and you can donate those you don't like

When your child is at the imitation age, get them old cell phones and other imitation stuff...

Get different textures and shades... toy stores don't have them... I remember myself as a 6 month old and can tell that my perception of color at that age was much deeper than it is now. Just because basic colors are instant attention grabblers (i.e. best sellers) does not make them more stimulating.

Bikes, walkers... bath toys...

One of the best things you can get is one of these: http://images.google.com/images?hl=en&q=%D1%88%D0%B2%D0%B5%D0%B4%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%B0%D1%8F+%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BA%D0%B0&btnG=Search+Images&gbv=2
I have no idea how these are called in English, if at all; we call them "Swedish Walls". They've been clinically proven to accelerate 1-year-olds' mental development, along with physical, as at this age physical and mental development is highly correlated; and they can fit even in the smallest apartment.

Hard to be specific without knowing your child's age.

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i have a son aged 2 years, what sort of knowledge building toys can i buy for him ?

jay

I am living in Chennai, India, any knowledge building toys that makes the child involved and interested, which is availabel in india(if possible in Madras(new name Chennai) is what i am looking for. I am also looking for parental tips for my son aged 2 years and daughter aged 5 months.

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The Lamaze Company makes excellent toys for infants, as does Baby Einstein. The Lamaze toys are great for sensory stimulation, which increases the infants vision and spatial awareness, attention span and motivates them to hold their heads up, roll over and want to reach and grab, etc.

Building toys are wonderful. My son always loved the basics: Lincoln logs (which are making a big comeback, now) and the Legos/Duplos. If your child is 2, he would be better off with just the Lincoln logs (made of wood and easier to put together, and not a choking hazard) or the larger Duplo blocks.

My son also loved Tinkertoys, but I think they may not sell those anymore, because they have sticks that may be considered hazardous.

Other toys that are great are puzzles, building blocks that don't have to be put together, just the colored, different shaped ones that your son can stack and build forts with. Those let him be creative and fun without making him stick to any kind of pattern.

You can find many, many things on Ebay! Lots of things you can't even find in stores any longer people will have on Ebay.

Other things I always encourage my students' parents to have on hand is plain paper and lots of crayons and markers. Let them draw and write and create. I don't like coloring books, because they limit their imaginations. Kids have very vivid imaginations, and they can create many magical things!

One word of parenting advice: whatever your child is doing, do it with him! He needs you to be an active parent, to help him see other ways of building, stacking, creating or just having fun. Otherwise, he won't learn as he plays, and he will just become isolated. Children need some alone time, but they need their parents, too. Even your daughter needs lots of interactive play time with you.

Have fun and don't be afraid to be silly with your kids! Every day should be a magical, fun day!

My twins that are now three years. love toys and dont share with any othe kids??

Nathalie A

I once bought my girl twin Alessandra a dora toy and my neice came over the house her cousin. Well i took them to the toy room and what Aless went for was the dora toy her cousin who is 2 yrs. wanted it too and there were like pulling it from each other i said share Aless and she just started to cry and wouldnt stop same with my boy twin Alexander i bought him a spiderman toy and he wouldnt share on his play date!! What should i do there driving me crazy!! help

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Sharing is so hard at this age, especially if it is a toy they really love. Before you have friends over to play you might talk to them about how you would like them to behave and why it is important to share but also give them each a chance to pick one or two toys that they do not want to share and let those toys be put up for the play date. That way they feel they have a little control and know no one will harm their favourite toy. The more you can have them around other children the better. Next time they play at a friend's house you might point out how nice it was of that child to share his/her toys with them. Good luck, its a hard age!

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Where is the best place to buy kids toys for Christmas?

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michelcree

Where is the best place to buy kids toys for christmas?
I am buying for a varitey of ages (1, 2, 4, 5 and 9), and want to get good prices too. Suggestions on national chain stores with good selection and good prices would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Shop around on line first. That way you can check prices in the comfort of your own home. Good luck and Merry Christmas.

How do I Babysit 4 bratty kids that can't do anything fun like crafts or coloring, playdough?

Kimberly S

How do I babysit 4 bratty kids of the ages 2,4,9,10 years old? All we can do is play with their toys, eat. There is nothing todo, they can't color because they will throw the crayons, we can't do crafts, we can't play with playdough. I just need help!

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Considering you are calling them "bratty kids" I don't think you should be babysitting. I wouldn't let you baby sit my 2 year old daughter.

but if someone is willing to let you babysit then you could get some kids songs 2 year olds really like that. Also if you can manage any sorts of crafts 4 year olds really enjoy making cards and such for there parents. 9 and 10 year olds could play a board game together.

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Where is the best place to buy kids toys for Christmas?

best kids toys age 2 image

michelcree

Where is the best place to buy kids toys for christmas?
I am buying for a varitey of ages (1, 2, 4, 5 and 9), and want to get good prices too. Suggestions on national chain stores with good selection and good prices would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Shop around on line first. That way you can check prices in the comfort of your own home. Good luck and Merry Christmas.

How do I Babysit 4 bratty kids that can't do anything fun like crafts or coloring, playdough?

Kimberly S

How do I babysit 4 bratty kids of the ages 2,4,9,10 years old? All we can do is play with their toys, eat. There is nothing todo, they can't color because they will throw the crayons, we can't do crafts, we can't play with playdough. I just need help!

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Considering you are calling them "bratty kids" I don't think you should be babysitting. I wouldn't let you baby sit my 2 year old daughter.

but if someone is willing to let you babysit then you could get some kids songs 2 year olds really like that. Also if you can manage any sorts of crafts 4 year olds really enjoy making cards and such for there parents. 9 and 10 year olds could play a board game together.

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How do I find a gym that lets kids exercise too?

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jv004

I have 4 kids ages 13, 12, 4 & 2. I would like to find a gym that would allow my 13 & 12 yr olds to excercise not sit in a play area with kid toys

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they are still a little young to be doing exercising. the best way for them to get "exercise" is to have them go outside and play. or you can get a tread-mil and have them jog for a little while. those are about the best options...hope that helps

What are some toys that kids of all ages can play with?

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What are some toys that kids ages 6-12 can play with together? There is also a 1 1/2 year old. Preferably something that can be played with outside and at least 4 or 5 kids can play with at a time or take turns playing. Something the 1 1/2 year old would enjoy too if you can possibly think of anything to fit with that age. We are already buying a slipping slide and sand toys. Does anyone else have any suggestions? Something that isn't very expensive either. Thanks.

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these are things my kids play with and they are a girl 6 and boy 3.

soccer ball

jr football or foam one might be better

Frisbee

a rubber ball for playing kick ball with bases. you can make ur own bases and the dollar tree did carry them

jump ropes

kid size rakes

plastic t ball

paint, lots of paint and boxes or posters are 2 for a dollar at $ tree
Spray paint a big huge box, let them i mean, and make a play house outta it.

How bout a tent? If not that, they could make a fort using kit chairs and blankets and sheets and stuff

if you have a table, uno and other games without tiny pieces might be good. My daughter loves uno!

horse shoes is fun too, they make them mobile kinds so you can bring them in when your done with them

kites are a $ at the $ tree too

who doesnt like bubbles or bubble blowers? You can get an awesome bubble blower at wal mart for not too much like 10 or 15 dollars and its GREAT LOADS OF FUN

potting soil and seeds is fun too

dont forget the boom box, gotta have tunes outside right?

I hope this helps it was just off the top of my head!

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