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[quote=Anonymous]I wouldn't worry so much about friendship groups being formed as classes get mixed up each year. But I would try to have playdates with some girls during the summer so she has at least a few familiar faces the first few weeks and I would probably try to see if the counselor can set up a few lunch bunches the first quarter to help her out. Recess can be overwhelming and lonely for some kids in public schools and it would be nice if you could do something to help her get set up with a buddy.

I know that starting at around third grade kids seem to become more aware of their peers being "weird" so you're right that that's something to think about. But weird really differs by school. I was surprised to find out that at our school it is not weird at all to be brainy and spout weird facts. I was a little concerned when DD with ADHD was saying stuff like this but then I noticed everyone, even the cool girls, did the same thing.

If being weird upsets her and you find that she sticks out you may have to provide a little coaching in terms of steering her to interests that will help give her something to talk about with the other kids and her dress. If she doesn't mind being weird I would encourage her to embrace it. I would love to have a kid who is confident enough to be herself and not worry about having to fit in.[/quote]

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