I believe in letting kids be kids and not overscheduling them, but my eight-year-old isn't developing any particular talents or interests and I'm worried she'll be behind when it comes time for high school and college applications.
More people experience this than they realize.
Individual philosophy about childhood bumps against institutional systems that reward early specialization.
“Where Are You with Parenting philosophies — survey and comparison?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.