Generally speaking, children under the age of 8 are not mature enough for a residential camp experience. A good way to judge if your child will be able to handle homesickness is to observe their behavior during a sleep over. Of course, one night is nothing compared to two months away from your parents. When in doubt, err in the way of too little time at camp. Summer camp can be an invaluable experience, but for the child who is left out of the decision making camp can also be a disaster.
Children fit in when they feel comfortable.
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