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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]No, don't mention it. If it's a problem, the teachers will see it soon enough. Also, for all you know, the child's mom has already talked with the teacher about it. They're just little preschoolers, maybe the hitter was anxious and overwhelmed, but will be calmed down by the time school starts.

I myself found our preschool orientation day overwhelming with all the little kids, twice as many parents, and numerous younger siblings all crowded into the room, trying to navigate around each other. Plus, there were new and exciting toys there for the kids to jostle over. Actual preschool will be way less hectic, so the kid might be calmer and more comfortable, less likely to hit.

Just because they are preschoolers does NOT excuse slapping and punching another child.

I'm surprised you didn't trot out the usual excuse for brats,"developmentally appropriate."

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I never said it's OK. And also, you're confused if you believe "developmentally appropriate," and "perfectly all right," mean the same thing. Two year olds have tantrums, but that doesn't mean we cheer them on. Preschoolers in a new environment might be overwhelmed, but I never said it means it's ok to hit.

The OP said the kid's mom removed him from the scene. Done deal.

And if it happens during preschool class, the teacher will handle it. Bear in mind, the teacher may not have seen the actual slap/punch, but if this kid is truly aggressive or a trouble-maker, the teachers will notice.

There's no reason for the OP to be nervous about this kid at this point. I don't think it's good for the OP, the other kid's mom, OR the teachers to bring up issues with another child before school even starts. Give it time. [/quote]

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