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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Fewer kids regularly read or write for pleasure, and I'd imagine that explains some of it. Independent reading lends itself to a greater range of general knowledge, better critical thinking skills, a larger vocabulary, and better language and communication skills.[/quote]

Kids are so much busier than we were 40 years ago.  I did model UN in HS—we did one competition which was in our hometown.  My daughter did it and did about 3-4 commotions a year.  In my age most of the smart kids did not play sports.  The ones that did mostly had one sport season that was a couple months a year.  Now lots of kids play sports year round.  Sometimes multiple sports.  I did a small amount of volunteering Aa maybe a day or two a year.  My kid did regular volunteer work —- hours per week.  She’s smart and all but I feel like with all the stuff she was doing, she just didn’t have time to read and write the way I did.  And teachers certainly don’t have time to read essays.[/quote]

Overscheduling is an issue, for sure. My kids have so little down time, and there's so much pressure to fill in the blank spaces with "meaningful" activities and resume fillers. There's value in having time to just do your thing . . . read, listen, reflect, be creative, be introspective. Sometimes I need a long walk so I can gather my thoughts, make connections, observe, or just think about things and let my mind wander where it will. It's an important part of the learning process, and I fear kids are missing out on it.[/quote]

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