Are we in too much of a hurry?

And to continue with that, unstructured play is a more important part of the learning process, socially especially, than any flashcard lesson. Children learn and explore on their own, and develop their personal talents better through play than through extra lessons and sports and flashcards. A cl or two is a great thing, but overscheduling will diminish your child's joy and learning. I worry about this stuff too. The race to put your child ahead of the pack often puts them farther behind.