DragonFaerie Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 He loves science, but that usually requires someone to sit and read directions with him. Yes, we could not survive without a trampolene. :) I'm wondering more about independent learning activities he could do that aren't babyish.:confused: My kiddo does most of his schoolwork independently. He really likes the Sequential Spelling DVD and Wordly Wise online. He also uses Teaching Textbooks and Timez Attack for math, Word Roots DVD, Dance Mat Typing, Aha! Science and Aha! Math, and he LOVES K5 Reading. Obviously he works much better on the computer than with pencil in hand. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbmamaz Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 mine turned 9 a month ago, and has been an emotional mess. He is actually reading 'boys guide to becoming a teen' right now, and is agreeing that puberty might be affecting his moods . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joyfulhomeschooler Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 mine turned 9 a month ago, and has been an emotional mess. He is actually reading 'boys guide to becoming a teen' right now, and is agreeing that puberty might be affecting his moods . . . Puberty at NINE!!!! Really is that how early it starts? Seriously????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted October 3, 2012 Share Posted October 3, 2012 He loves science, but that usually requires someone to sit and read directions with him. Yes, we could not survive without a trampolene. :) I'm wondering more about independent learning activities he could do that aren't babyish.:confused: Computer stuff works well for independent work. Spelling City, typing practice, math games, ect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 Glad I could help! :lol: Dragon is very strong-willed and no love of waiting for or following directions. He's always been this way. But he's become hyper-sensitive and his stubborn nature has intensified since Christmas. Off topic, but did you nickname him Dragon, or did he? My DS named himself Dragon about a year ago and he still insists on it. Latin lessons at our house... "Quid est tuum praenomen?" "Meum praenomen est Dragon." :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsingscrapper Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 Off topic, but did you nickname him Dragon, or did he? My DS named himself Dragon about a year ago and he still insists on it. Latin lessons at our house... "Quid est tuum praenomen?" "Meum praenomen est Dragon." :lol: Totally their ideas. We've had games that needed profiles and those are their gamer names. Mr. Picky Pants is because of his food habits. Food "A" is yummy today and soooo *not* happening tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessReplanted Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 I have a 9 year old boy. He definitely has his moments, but he's so much better than he was at 7. My 7 year old boy cried all the time. :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessReplanted Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 Ugh. Nine year old boys!:glare: Today my 9 year old got all his work done in no time at all. And then we have some days where it's 4:00 and he's still sitting on his duff. And then there are some days when he's incredibly helpful - "Mom, can I help you put in the winter garden?" and then there are other days when he groans and moans and carries on when I ask him to throw his yogurt container away. :iagree: This is my 9 year old too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessReplanted Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 Oh! I thought mine was broken or defective! I am so glad to hear that this is normal. :lol: Anyone else's 9 yr old have a mustache, or did I just cross the line there? :lol::lol::lol: My 9 year old is getting armpit hair already. :blink: We are trying to make deodorant a regular part of his life now. I think it's a weird stage for all of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsingscrapper Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 Mine wants to earn money by helping the neighbors. Helping the neighbors?!?! Why not help me??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mavis Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 I'm thankful for this thread . Glad to know its the age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagira Posted October 4, 2012 Share Posted October 4, 2012 My 9 year old is getting armpit hair already. :blink: We are trying to make deodorant a regular part of his life now. I think it's a weird stage for all of us. No armpit hair yet - proper inspection pending - but he has needed deodorant since last year, at 8. Fun thread :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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