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sashime76 · 02-04-2005, 09:45 AM

I think we will need to find out from the schools to know if it's OK to skip Pre-K? We also have a 2 year old (turning two at the end of April) and they play very well together. They loot the pantry together and usually get into trouble together. Most toys, DVDs, computer software are all educational.

If anyone is familiar with Putt-Putt Saves the Zoo (PC game) will know the game is not exactly easy. My son can now finish it unassisted after I went through with him about 4 or 5 times. I think he is definitely smart, but how smart? we don't know. I don't want to push him too hard at such young age. I was never pushed to get good grades but I did pretty well anyway. Knowing how long and tough it can be once he starts going to school, I kind of want him to enjoy the freedom while he can.

Another thing, our home care provider used to be a school teacher (elementary) so every week they have planned activities and sometimes fieldtrips. Perhaps we will try the part time Pre-K approach if it's an option.

Thanks for all your inputs.

02-04-2005, 09:45 AM	#6 (permalink)
sashime76 Addict Location: Hoosier State	I think we will need to find out from the schools to know if it's OK to skip Pre-K? We also have a 2 year old (turning two at the end of April) and they play very well together. They loot the pantry together and usually get into trouble together. Most toys, DVDs, computer software are all educational. If anyone is familiar with Putt-Putt Saves the Zoo (PC game) will know the game is not exactly easy. My son can now finish it unassisted after I went through with him about 4 or 5 times. I think he is definitely smart, but how smart? we don't know. I don't want to push him too hard at such young age. I was never pushed to get good grades but I did pretty well anyway. Knowing how long and tough it can be once he starts going to school, I kind of want him to enjoy the freedom while he can. Another thing, our home care provider used to be a school teacher (elementary) so every week they have planned activities and sometimes fieldtrips. Perhaps we will try the part time Pre-K approach if it's an option. Thanks for all your inputs.