We went to Carpe Diem yesterady for the PTC. Teacher Alina said that Kyan is quite good academically, that is, he is able to read and write many words. She started a journal in which the kids are supposed to draw pictures based on the current theme. Kyan drew himself, his teacher, books, school, etc. All beautifully done. He is able to write the words that go with each corresponding picture.
However, his social skills are not that evident. His teacher said that he only talks to selected people and doesn't really socialise like the kids do. He is quiet in class, the only time he 's chatty is when he is with Ariel. Other than that, he likes to be alone. His friends will crowd around him when he picks up an alphabet book and reads. He is also not enthusiastic, like what other children do, to tell the teachers about what happen during weekends or any other day. He needs prompting.
Am I worried? Of course! Interpersonal skills are very important in life! He has not shown that quality yet. Maybe we shelter him too much. So much so that he only know how to react with adults around. Asri is not too concerned over that. He says it takes time and we should just let him be and see how.
Another concern - He is also not the outdoor type. His teacher said his kinesthetic skills are not that good and that we should try to expose him to more outdoor activities.
I feel guilty. Maybe we haven't been bringing him out often for outdoor activities and thus he doesn't enjoy being outdoors. Asri said that can be worked out and again he is not worried at all! He is just so cool and relaxed about the whole PTC! I am not! I'm panicking! What can we do to stimulate him in these two areas?
I have to start reading again.
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