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07.02.08, 19:02 PM Preschool/Kids
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am so sad. 5 yo dd started camp this wk and seemed to really like it. tonight she says she doesn't want to go back. she said it makes her nervous when bus gets there and they're waiting to find their groups. otherwise, she says she has friends in her group, she likes the activities, etc. it sounded like it was just the initial getting oriented and grouped. i sent her to camp this summer with a friend (who's in a different group but on same bus) b/c i want her to get used to bus since she'll be bused to K in the fall. any suggestions? i told her how i was nervous when i was young but then everything turned out okay. told her i understood. we talked about all the stuff she likes at camp, about how her group would miss her if she didn't go, etc. i'm so sad. please btdts (or anyone!) advice!! [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
Preschool/Kids 07.02.08, 07:02 PM Flag

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it doesn't seem that tragic to be so sad about this. your dd is adjusting-she will be fine. i would give her some suggestions on what to do if she feels nervous or lost -like getting to know other counselors who can point her in the right direction. it can also take time to find friends in own group. is there a way to talk with counselor and explain what your dd said to you about not returning? [ Reply | More

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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:05 PM Flag

Camp mom here (am an assistant director at a day camp): the start of camp is an adjustment -- but it sounds as though DD is very much okay once the day gets going. Have you spoken to the Head Counselor (or whoever)? He/she may be able to brainstorm an AM routine to help DD feel comfortable. Can the bus counselor bring her inside/to her group? I'd call camp, let them know what is going on, and see what they suggest. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:12 PM Flag

tell her to try to not think about the groups and to focus on getting the most she can out of camp; don't project [ Reply | More

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General Topics 07.02.08, 07:14 PM Flag