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IndianInlaw:
I saw Mr. Personality today.  He's about 7 and going to  rule the world.  He came bounding up to me this afternoon, all excited.  I asked him about the book in his hand.

He asked what I had for him... ???

He said I told him I had something for him.

I know I didn't say that, nor would I.

But he was so excited and jumping around while I was saying I didn't remember saying that.

He said to bring it tomorrow.

I said it tomorrow is Saturday.


What should I do? 

I was thinking of bringing a box of slightly used kid's books,  would that be okay? 

He apparently believes I said that.

Twik:
This is a tricky one. If the child had an honest misunderstanding, it's hard to disappoint him; on the other hand, you don't want to encourage manipulativeness.

If it were me (and I'm a soft touch), I'd bring in the books. However, I'd watch it to see if he tries this on a regular basis.

CrayonOutlines:
I'd tell him he must have misunderstood me and I wouldn't bring him anything.  Like Twik said, he could just be trying to manipulate you.

Chocolate Cake:
I agree with Courtney.  Don't reward bad behavior by giving in....even if it is Christmas.

IndianInlaw:
I don't think he's being manipulative.  There are other kids I would suspect, but not him.

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