babysitting a 3 and 5 yr old boys?
351383
Well, number one, don't watch T.V.! That is a bad thing to do when you babysit them. It makes them think it is okay to be a couch potato and then you become lazy, as well. Make your money worth it. Do something fun and creative with them. \nIf they have board games at their house try some easy ones. Like chutes and laders or something of the sort. \nOr make up a story. You start with something like "once upon a time there was a boy named.." then they have to finish the story and you take turns. \nMake up games that teach them life-long leasons! \nHope I gave you some idea starters. \nWishing you well (because I totaly understand what you are going through!) \n-PolarGirl8\nP.S. I am babysitting some boys tomorrow, and they are 3 and 5 as well! Ha,ha.\nP.P. S. If it is nice outside try playing a game similar to "duck duck goose" except it is called "drip drip drop". You use was bucket of water and drop water on their head and then drop the whole bucket of water on them. It is very fun!
1121687
Have the kids pick up their own toys and put them away.  Make a game of it, set a timer, or sing songs while you do this.
571886
Yes,I do think your son is able to babysit in the state of Alabama. If your son is responsible enough he can babysit depending on the age of the child he babysits.
1092806
i think those ages are considered as the most busy to take care. becoz i really care for the children's safety and well being, therefore it will take me a lot of efforts in taking care of them. I will not let them go out of my sights. Make sure they're happy n so i wont be getting complaints frm the parents. I say i would charge for 3 kids for 6 hours at $ 600. Sounds expensive, hey i'm a responsible person. u gotta pay for my precious time too :)
497469
you have to be 14 to babysit another child
869797
Depends on the kid I've taken 5 year olds before.  Given he is 5 here are some tips.\n\n1. Realize he may not have the attention span to watch the whole game of whatever you are going to so have something for him to do if he gets bored or check out the stadium to see what there is to do while watching the game.\n\nex1.   The Reds games this year had baseball bingo cards they handed out with game events ex. (3rd baseman hits a double) it helped keep my kids in the game.  You could create one yourself.\n\nex2.   Some baseball stadiums have speedgun pitching game or other activities for the kids.\n\n2. Food.  Depending on where you are going if they let you bring in any food bring something they will let you bring in (often closed water bottles and snacks can be brought in but check the stadium).  Kids have a tendency to want food from every vendor so having some food on hand will keep your bill down.\n\n3. To keep the kid in the game point out what is going on during the game.  Also if possible watch some games on TV before you go so he knows some players and some key things that can happen.\n\n4. Depending on your options if you 5 year old has a friend and dad that want to go it can make things easier for you if they have someone to entertain them if they get bored with the game.\n\nHave fun.
439205
Heres two:\n\nhttp://www.123child.com/\nhttp://www.abcteach.com/directory/babysitting/
1179673
Do this tell him Okay !!!!\n\nIf we or bringing your child then we will bring them all and then he may look for a babysitter.\n\nIts not fair to the other kids as well...
961559
3 year old boy- try getting him one of those "sit-n-spins!" Little kids love them, and it would calm him down a little!\n\n8 year old girl- try getting her a cook-book for little kids! She could help out in the kitchen and make easy things. \n\nGood luck! =)
614008
I used to teach three-year-olds. Not sure if this is what you are looking for, but we would have instrument days (kids could bring them from home or we had some at the center) and we would take turns playing for each other, or we would have a parade through the halls, or take them outside (less noise!).  Also, everyone loves freeze dance.  Sometimes we'd just have a dancing party for 15 minutes or so (especially good on a rainy day when they can't get outside).  Another one that they liked was putting on a show. I would have them sit on the carpet, then let them come up one by one (or pick a partner or two if they were shy) and sing songs for everyone. Sometimes they would make up there own song, which was always funny, and we'd try to learn it.   If you are having a "music day" and you post it, most parents will be more than happy to bring in musical toys and games to share.
193601
Hi! mom of 2 boys here 11m & 2yr.  I chat occasionally in Yahoo's Parenting chat rooms.  Just ignore the bots!!
864663
get a room for kids and get teens to babysit them so that parents can come and not have sitter issues
274184
A lot of schools will not let a child start until they are 5 or 6.\nBut if there is a school that has children that young learning, I would suggest sitting in on a class or two with your child and see if you are both comfortable with it.
1139966
Here's a program that's perfect for that.  My 4 year old and 6 year old use it and it's worked great!\n\nwww.kid-surf.com\n\nYou can set it up to Start when Windows starts - if you want.
576056
When I was a teenager, I babysat almost every weekend.  The best way to get clients is to advertise, first of all.  Then of course word of mouth works great too!  Also, a good tip is to take the American Red Cross course in CPR & babysitting.  Usually it's only like $50 - $75 & you'll get that back in no time.  I used to babysit families w/ 5 kids & I was only 15!!!
432287
take a course on CPR and basic 1st aid.offer to babysit when parents are still in the home,i will play ith them,you can get dishes done. this give parents an opportunity to see that you are interested and also how their kids interact with you. start with small families then build your way up,use families as reference. but 1st and foremost,check thelaws in your community,some have stipulations as to how old te sitter can be.good luck,robin
666386
Little boys turn them on!!!