Today I received a random letter in the mail that was addressed from one of the elementary schools in our school district. I was not sure what it was about since neither of my girls have ever been to that school. It turned out to be an invitation to join a free playgroup once a week for William at a local church that happens to be located directly across from Briahnna's middle school. They offer story time, art & music, rhymes & finger play and free play. It is at the perfect time too, 10:30-11:30 which fits in before nap time. I am going to sign up and maybe it will help William be a bit more social. The great part is if it does not work out after a few times we had nothing to lose. I will let you all know how it works out. I look forward to meeting other parents with little ones Will's age in my area. I think it will be fun for the grown-ups as well.If you a toddler aged child did you attend any playgroups? What was your experience with it?
I did playgroups. It can be a great experience for William. Honestly, I had one awkward experience where some of the moms were a little over the top for me...for some of them, the playgroup was their BIG excursion for the week. I can't JUST talk about my son, I have to also talk about worldly and local issues, interests, etc. Hopefully, the one you check out will be a good fit for you both. Enjoy and keep me posted. Pascha
ReplyDeleteI never did playgroups. Hope you and William have a good time.
ReplyDeleteI got one of those notices too. I'm wanting Jay to socialize with kids his age but I'm not ready to socialize with kids my age... wait... that's why I have a problem. I doubt if any of the moms will be as young as I.
ReplyDeleteI've had good and not so good experiences. I prefer small playgroups where moms share like-kind values.
ReplyDeleteI wish you and your son the best of times!
You should start your own playgroup. This way it's on your turf and your rules :)
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