This year was Princess Pre-school’s first time in a structured educational setting. Hubster and I were more than nervous, we tried play school back in April, and it didn’t go well – at all. This September, we sweated and probably got a few (extra) grey hairs in anticipation of sending her to “big” school. We prepared her as much as we could. On day 1, there was crying and on day 2 there was a little crying and on day 3 there was no crying. Hip Hip Hurray, she did it.
School has been a huge success and a huge relief for hubster and I. There is one small issue however that we are working though, and it’s her shoes… I know, this sounds our of the ordinary, let me explain. Each student is required to leave one pair of shoes at school. Princess I Love My New Sneakers is having a really hard time leaving her brand new favourite pair of New Balance sneakers in the classroom at the end of each day.
I can understand why she loves these shoes so much. Being 4 years old isn’t easy, there are some things she can do independently, but there are still some things she needs help with. Her New Balance sneakers have given her the independence that she is looking for – she can put her sneakers on by herself and even tighten them up without help with the velcro. These cute little sneakers are just what a young girl needs to give her that extra bit of confidence. It sounds like a small thing, but really, being able to put your own shoes on is a huge deal.
It goes without saying that she loves her shoes and to be honest, we do too, because her independence also means she doesn’t rely on us as much. Yes, in some ways it means she’s growing up, which is sad, but at the same time it’s great to watch her grow into a young girl. It’s very mixed emotions for her dad and I.
I think we may have to get the exact same pair for home so we wont have a fuss at school when she can’t take her favourite shoes home with her. On the other hand, maybe this is why she likes going to school so much – so she can put on her favourite shoes. Who knows?
Oh, and one more small thing, right now when you order kids shoes, you also get a pack of Mabel’s Labels – how great is that?
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My kids feel independent when they help in the kitchen and especially when they prepare a whole meal on their own.
Being able to choose her own outfits
picking their own clothes
My kids ( 5 & 7) have started making their own lunches this year. We have guidelines for them but they are loving it and they are actually eating it too!
They are able to dress by themselves without my help and helping me to push the shopping cart while I am shopping for groceries
They feel independent when they are given choices & a voice in decisions.
Just being able to dress by themselves. Also setting the table with me.
Carol L
She loves getting dressed on her own
Being able to dress herself.
Being able to go Potty by themselves, beginning to end – success!!!(Holly) Thanks for the chance….
Being able to tie his own shoes.
My daughter checks the mail by herself and gets a kick out of it!
zipping up her own coat. it can be tricky you know!
Being able to help with chores around the house really helps to build their self esteem & independence.
For my 2 girls, it’s picking out their own clothes in the morning. DD6 is at a uniform school but loves civies day when she chooses her outfit – she actually starts planning the week before! LOL! For DD3 it’s picking what she wants out (even if it doesn’t match).
Walking to piano class on his own (it is in the neighbourhood).
Cheers.
Being able to dress herself, brush her own teeth, etc.
My daughter likes to do her own hair.
Having the boys select and lay out their clothes for the next day and allowing them to choose what will go in their lunches the next day.
My kids love to pick out their own clothes and accessories and plan it out the night before. Thanks for the giveaway.
My daughter is in Grade One now and is allowed to walk across the street to school. This makes her feel extremely independant!
Choosing what she gets to wear
thanks
Buckling herself up in her carseat
Being able to get her own breakfast and clothes on =)
My kids love to make their own lunches for school, and they love to brush their own teeth before bed!
My niece feels pretty independent when she gets to refill her cup at the water cooler (she’s only 3).
Being able to get themselves dressed.
My son feels indepedent when he’s able to make his own breakfast (simple stuff that doesn’t require a stove), get himself ready and accomplish goals he makes.
My daughter loves to walk without holding my hand – makes her think she is a grown up!
My oldest is learning to cook and loves to be able to cook some things for his siblings.
I let my son fix some of his own food, like cereal. He loves being able to do it by himself.
Dressing herself and going to her dance classes and making her own friends.
Let she do what she wants and encourage her.
When they buy treats with their own money!
My little boy loves to brush his teeth without assistance. His baby sister still needs help, so this makes him feel grown up.
When he walks up the stairs by himself….. he’s 16 months old.
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When they can make choices about what to wear
I think that at least being able to try do something “big kids do” like getting dressed, tying shoes etc… makes them feel independant. Even if they fail if they you dont focus on the negative, they wont and they will want to do it more and more
Being able to do simple tasks like load the washing machine makes my son feel independent.
Walking to school by themselves.
Choosing their own clothes helps my boys feel independent.
My daughter is 2, and she thinks she’s independent when she can put her own shoes on but come running to me to tie them.
My two year old loves to pick out her own clothes.
Getting dressed on their own always helps them to feel independent!
Getting herself ready in the morning
My daughter feels independent when she helps around the kitchen and helps prepare meals.
I let my daughter feel independent this year by letting her walk to the bus stop for school by her self this year.
Giving them choices makes them feel independent!
Choosing their own clothes and snacks for their lunches!
Having my daughter (3.5 year old) help push the grocery cart or baby stroller helps her feel independent. Also having her put on her own clothes and shoes and helping with day-to-day chores makes her feel independent.
Walking to school alone
We have recently let our daughter start making her own breakfast in the morning.
When they get to pick out and wear their own outfit.
Doing things for themselves.
My kids like when they’re able to do things for themselves without my help
I think letting my kids pick out clothes, food, and other small things helps.
choosing what to wear for the day
My youngest is a little thing, so she feels pretty independent when she gets to feed the kitties.
Not having me remind him to do things.
making choices about what they wear, eat with out being told.
Helping setting the table for supper.
My kids are still little so going potty by themselves makes them feel independent
getting to pick out their clothes makes them feel independent
Doing stuff and achieving their goals on their own makes them independent! Also giving them responsibilities and freedoms as they grow up helps too!
My kids are feeling more independent since now they clear their dishes to the sink. Also my daughter recently started kindergarten, and has really asserted herself more.
My son is proud to be independent with putting on his shoes, and coat.
being able to dress herself and pick out her clothes
Making her own choices and living with the consequences! And walking everywhere on her own – I am so over carrying her places!
Being able to choose her own outfits and snacks
My granddaughter feels more independent since we let her choose her clothes the night before for her 2nd grade school days.
I like to let my kids help with as much as they can. I’ll let them clean up their bathroom, and they not only love the feeling of accomplishment when it’s done, but they actually tend to keep it cleaner, longer too!
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My oldest likes to get dressed on his own, and my2 year old is wanting to do more and more for himself lately!
Deciding what to wear on their own
For my 5 year old, right now its about being able to go to school, print his own name, and drink out of a big boy cup (a cup with no lid on it)
my toddler likes his independence while picking out toys, playing at the park and gym class
Being able to put on his socks. He feels like a big boy.
My toddler loves to pick his own clothes.