When my DS6 was a toddler he seemed to be a bit confused and startled by these "creatures". He never wanted to play with anyone his age. Once he went to school he took on a role of big brother to his peers. He enjoyed helping them with their work, and the kids really looked up to him. Now he is in a class with older kids and he still is like the big brother and still helping the kids (although he doesn't like doing this as much now). At least now he has met a couple of kids who are nearly on his level with some things.

However, we are best friends smile We stay up on weekends and watch documentaries together, go to the museum, or play grown up board games. It's nice.