I know, I know...
But what do I tell my daughter who counts another child as a friend, when said child came to their party a few months back, when this child said 'I'm going to invite you to my party next week' and then doesn't. All but four of the entire girl cohort in the year went! 20 children! My daughter is a well liked happy kid (or so the teachers tell Me), she likes this other girl, And they often play together. She mentioned in passing yesterday that all her friends had been talking about the party in the playground and how great it was (the birthday girl was not mean about it, just matter of fact so I am pretty sure she had a numbers cap). Another child was telling us a few days ago how fun it was at the party too.
I am always careful to make sure there is some kind of reciprocity with parties and not to leave kids out. I feel sad for my daughter. What do I tell her? How do I explain it?
Just to add she seems ok with it just a bit hurt, but she's pretty resilient and has other friends. It's me who finds it upsetting! (and have pmt). This is year 4.
Help me toughen up and explain in a mature way please! At the moment I've just said it was probably to do with numbers and not to let it affect her friendship. She said ok.