I'm just wondering if there is an age at which most children develop some tact or empathy and stop being so mean!
DS6 is very sensitive and gentle. He's not boisterous at all which I know is unusual for a young boy. recently said he doesn't really like any of the kids in his class as they are all 'kind of mean'. He says this about both boys and girls.
They say mean things, or don't let him play and he takes it to heart. I definitely get the impression he's an easy target.
Outside of school he's always got along best with older children who I suppose are a bit more controlled and predictable. He's a lovely, sweet, intelligent boy and it breaks my heart. Yesterday he told me he doesn't really have a 'real friend' at school.
Anyone got any advice? We are working on resilience but also this is his personality to an extent and I can't change who he is. I really want to help him though.