🧠 Wisdom from the Wise-ish
1.     Kids age 6–12 know everything. Just ask them.
2.     “I forgot” is their default operating system.
3.     They’ll ask deep questions like “What’s the meaning of life?”—right after burping the alphabet.
4.     They can memorize 500 Pokémon but forget where they left their shoes.
5.     They’ll correct your grammar, then spell “Wednesday” as “Wensday.”
6.     They believe “five more minutes” applies to everything: bedtime, chores, and brushing teeth.
7.     They’ll argue like lawyers, but cry like poets.
8.     They think sarcasm is a second language—and they’re fluent.
9.     They’ll ask for privacy, then narrate their bathroom experience.
10.    They’ll say “I’m bored” while surrounded by 300 toys and a tablet.

 

🍪 Snacktime Shenanigans
1.     School-age kids eat like they’re training for a competitive snacking league.
2.     They’ll open the fridge, stare blankly, and declare, “There’s nothing to eat.”
3.     They’ll reject dinner but eat six granola bars in secret.
4.     “Can I have a snack?” is their version of small talk.
5.     They’ll pack lunch, then trade it for someone else’s mystery food.
6.     They treat snack wrappers like confetti—everywhere but the trash.
7.     They’ll eat half a cookie, then save the rest “for later” (which means never).
8.     They’ll sneak snacks like spies, then leave crumbs like a trail of guilt.
9.     They’ll ask for dessert before finishing a single bite of dinner.
10.    Their favorite snack is whatever you just ran out of.

                                                                       

🛏️ Bedtime Battles
1.     Bedtime is when they suddenly remember they have a science project due tomorrow.
2.     They’ll need water, a story, a hug, a blanket adjustment, and a philosophical debate before sleep.
3.     They’ll say “I’m not tired” while yawning like a bear in hibernation.
4.     They’ll stall bedtime with existential questions: “What happens when we die?”
5.     They’ll need to pee—twice—after being tucked in.
6.     They’ll ask for a bedtime song, then critique your performance.
7.     They’ll fall asleep mid-sentence, mid-thought, mid-negotiation.
8.     They’ll wake up at 6 AM on weekends, but need a forklift on school days.
9.     They’ll sleep diagonally, upside down, and somehow take up the entire bed.
10.   You’ll whisper “finally asleep” and hear “Mom? Dad?” from the hallway.

                                                           

🎨 Creative Chaos
1.     Their art projects require glue, glitter, and your soul.
2.     They’ll build a Lego masterpiece, then cry when it collapses—after they kicked it.
3.     They’ll draw a picture of you that looks like a confused potato.
4.     They’ll turn cardboard into castles and socks into puppets.
5.     They’ll start a craft, abandon it, and leave a trail of scissors and sequins.
6.     They’ll write stories where the villain is always “homework.”
7.     They’ll invent games with rules that change every 30 seconds.
8.     They’ll choreograph dances that involve jumping, spinning, and yelling “nailed it!”
9.     They’ll create a comic strip starring a talking sandwich and a ninja cat.
10.   Their imagination is boundless. Their cleanup skills? Not so much.

 

​🎒 What I Wish I Knew: School-Age Edition
Because parenting between snack time and science fair is its own adventure

1.     Homework battles aren’t about math—they’re about stamina.
2.     “I forgot” is a lifestyle, not a phase.
3.     You’ll attend events where your child waves at you like you’re a distant cousin.
4.     The school pickup line is a test of patience and parking skills.
5.     You’ll learn to decode backpack archaeology: crushed papers, mystery crumbs, and one sock.
6.     Your child’s best stories happen five minutes after bedtime.
7.     You’ll say “Where are your shoes?” more than any other phrase.
8.     School-age kids are emotional ninjas—one moment confident, the next crumbling.
9.     You’ll become an expert in themed dress days you didn’t know existed.
10.     You’ll cry at spelling tests and cheer at lunchbox notes.
11.     You’ll realize that “I’m bored” is code for “I need connection.”
12.     You’ll learn that friendships at this age are intense, fleeting, and deeply important.
13.     You’ll discover that your child’s teacher knows things you don’t—and that’s okay.
14.     You’ll be asked to help with a project due tomorrow that requires glitter, cardboard, and emotional fortitude.
15.     You’ll learn that “school spirit” sometimes means wearing pajamas to class.
16.     You’ll be amazed by how much your child can grow in one school year.
17.     You’ll realize that confidence is built in tiny moments—like raising a hand or trying again.
18.     You’ll learn that your child’s quirks are their superpowers.
19.     You’ll discover that your child’s questions are sometimes wiser than your answers.
20.     You’ll learn that “I had a good day” is the holy grail of after-school updates.
21.     You’ll become fluent in decoding moods based on lunchbox leftovers.
22.     You’ll realize that your child’s independence is thrilling—and a little heartbreaking.
23.     You’ll learn that school-age kids still need snuggles, silliness, and safety.
24.     You’ll discover that your child’s love language might be Pokémon facts or knock-knock jokes.
25.     You’ll learn that your child’s struggles don’t define them—and neither do yours.
26.     You’ll be amazed by how fiercely your child defends their favorite pencil.
27.     You’ll realize that “I don’t want to go to school” can mean a lot of things.
28.     You’ll learn that your child’s teacher is your teammate, not your judge.
29.     You’ll discover that growth isn’t always linear—but it’s always happening.
30.     You’ll learn that your child’s voice matters—and so does yours.
31.     You’ll realize that “I need help” is a brave thing to say.
32.     You’ll learn that your child’s world is bigger than you—and that’s beautiful.
33.     You’ll discover that laughter is the best way to survive spelling lists and sibling squabbles.
34.     You’ll learn that your child’s identity is unfolding—and your support shapes it.
35.     You’ll realize that your child is watching how you handle stress, joy, and mistakes.
36.     You’ll learn that your child’s heart is tender, even when their words are sharp.
37.     You’ll discover that your child’s creativity is wild, weird, and wonderful.
38.     You’ll learn that your child’s resilience grows when you model your own.
39.     You’ll realize that parenting school-age kids is a mix of letting go and holding space.
40.     You’ll learn that you’re doing better than you think—and so are they.

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