Hello,
I’m looking for some advice on how to deal with our neighbours son who is two years older (5 1/2) than DS (3 1/2 years). We get along well with his parents and we sometimes invite each other round for coffee and a play date as well as helping each other out with various things over the past 3 years.
However, the past 5 or so meetings our neighbour’s son has been what I would describe as just plain mean to DS. E.g calling him to come and play over the fence, waiting for him to pop his shoes on and then telling him he’s changed his mind. Making a point of saying he doesn’t like his top/new toy/treat. Devising games only he can possibly win because he is bigger/faster etc. DS ends up frustrated or upset.
Our neighbours (one is a primary teacher) always mildly chastise their boy, but with zero effect. He totally ignores them and they shrug.
It’s got to the point I try think of excuses not to go over or invite them round but it’s a shame- I get on with the parents & there’s no other young children on our road. I also don’t want to create an awkward vibe with our next door neighbours! Both kids are an only child.