I could totally leave my 8 year old home alone... and probably even with my 6 year old. But they would be terrified to be alone if it was more than walking down the street. And I wouldn't leave them with the other little ones.
I used to leave my 4 year old (and she was 3 half the year) home alone with the sleeping 2 year old for 2-4 minutes when I walked down the street (4-5 houses) to pick up the others from school... but I could see my house the whole time. And well, that's much younger than 7. My oldest would have been fine alone at that age--if she wasn't afraid. If I can't see my house (a few times I have actually had to go up to the school), I fear the worst the whole way and usually run to keep it quick.
Kellie, I didn't know this, but apparently in the state of texas its a crime to leave children in the car if they are under 7 (unless someone older than 14 in is there as well). So I guess it depends on the laws where you are.
Last edited by Sarah8914; 07-15-2013 at 08:32 AM.
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