We teach Kyle to use his words rather than his fists. Before he started 1st grade, I had him keep a journal to document our summer adventures. These two coping techniques have created a unique way for Kyle to express his frustration with the adults around him; he writes us notes. His notes allow him to safely express his anger. Once he writes down his feelings, I usually do not have to address the issue. He seems to be satisfied with writing down his emotions.
Truthfully, I think his notes are funny. Yes, he is learning how to use language appropriately. Yes, they serve a therapeutic purpose. But...they are amusing to me.
November 27, 2010
Dear Mommy,
Won't you please look once with me and if you don't, I will get tired looking by myself Won't you just please look with me? Just do it.
When I get mad with you, you always put me in a time out. I don't like it. Stop putting me in a time out.
Can you always say yes. I want you to by me infinity toys. Next time, be nice and just do it what I say.
Signed,
Kyle
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P.S. Yours
Dear Mommy,
Just put on tumblebooks. I want you to do what I say. So say yes, not no. I want some junk food. No mor healthy allowed.
When I Look at you, it mean that you sold me out. Just do it. Let me do whatever I want.
So I am mad at you. Don't find me in this house or you are trash/junk.
Signed,
Kyle
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