I'm not generally mean to kids but I typically prefer to not play with them. 1) Their voices do bother me. I just find it very annoying. That said, it's not their fault so I won't call them "squeakers" and/or try to make them feel bad for it. 2) If someone is being annoying they shouldn't be given a chance. They should be booted asap regardless of their age. If you don't know not to scream into people's ears, then I don't want to interact with you. This is something you shouldn't have to be told. 3) Some kids are very mature and respectful but a lot of kids (especially ones who play FPSes) are obnoxious and rude. Sadly, you have to sometimes deal with the consequences of their actions. 4) Another reason I don't like playing with young kids is because I don't like having to be mindful of what I say. Sometimes subject matters can get a little suspect and I would rather not be a bad influence on the young. re: you were a kid once Yes, I was a kid once. But being 36 years old I grew up in a very different time. I was taught to be respectful and not feel entitled. This is something that seems to be lost on a lot of kids these days. Also I understand that you're young but it's never too early to learn the difference between "then" and "than" as well as "your" and "you're".