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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I'm sure it's super frustrating to have an extra clingy kid. My 7 year old is doing a bit of this too. But think about it- their whole world has been turned upside down recently. Our kids don't understand why they can't see their friends, why they can't go to their favorite playground, etc. This is your child expressing his GRIEF. Give him extra attention, more than you might normally, call your friends or family members and have them play a virtual game or just talk, see if your child's teacher can check in with him. Maybe a very specific daily schedule will give your child comfort. I remember my son would completely fall apart when he was that age and didn't have a schedule. If you have specific times of day when you need your son to play on his own, write them down on your schedule and then he can mentally prepare. Maybe think of some special rewards- dessert, screen time, a sticker or small toy?- that he can work towards if he follows his schedule. Give him some daily chores that will make him feel purposeful and helpful. Hope these ideas help![/quote]

Agree with this.

Everything need not be "solved" by punishments nor rewards.[/quote]

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