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What should I do with the little boy I am babysitting next Saturday?
I am 13 years old, and I have not taken a babysitting class yet. So, the parents of a 7 year old boy, is still going to be home working while I watch the little boy next Saturday. But this will be the first time ever babysitting someone. What should I do with him?
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Hi,I'm 17
I babysit for an 8 year old girl.
You need to first get him to like you-this is important if you want more babysitting assignments.
Whilst board games are good-they're abit old fashioned. Kids like to play games, but on the I-pad or a laptop.
Do you have a laptop? Do they? Or on your phone can you get the internet? If so, try games like on the CBBC website (sorry dont know if you're british or not).
Also, do fun things like let them watch what they want to on TV. The girl I babysit still likes sweet things like playing lego. You could bring a comic or magazine for his age and read it together.
To get him to like you, give him your full attention, make eye contact, ask questions about himself etc.Dont be patronizing-its tempting to think 7 yr olds dont know as much as you think about life, but some can be more intelligent than you first think.
The main thing is to have a bit of a laugh with them-the kind of person they'll be excited to see in the future.
Remember, your not an entertainer and you're not a childminder. Simply put, you're just someone to look after the house and the children for a short period of time for a bit of money. Dont stress over it, and try to enjoy it, because its an easy way to gain money without doing too much at all.
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Play board games, Watch a movie.
Do what little kids like to do, Ask him.
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Little boys are very active so be prepared for a workout. I would really suggest asking him. If you play with him and his toys then I don't see how anything can go wrong. If they have a backyard then play outside and teach him some outdoor games you know. Just try not to get too out of control. If the parents want it quiet then maybe go to the library and check out books for him. The best advice I can give is to make sure he's having fun. If he's having fun then you know you're doing a good job. Good luck :)
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