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[quote=Anonymous][quote=redquasar]7th grader goes to a STEM school, with plethora of STEM and non STEM activities. I've also presented options outside of school such as debate, rowing, sports, art class, etc. So far he has declined everything. Grades are near perfect. No major behavioral issues. In his spare time, voracious fantasy fiction reader, and some video gaming on weekends.

I don't want to force activities on him; that is Cleary not productive. But his reluctance to try anything extra-curricular is becoming problematic. Any ideas on potential ideas ? Literary themed projects or Johns Hopkins CTY ?

We are not trying to have him fill out a college CV here; just some attempt to explore potential areas of interest. [/quote]

It is only a problem to you.  Your kid knows what they want to do and it sounds like they are busy enough with school.  Just leave them be!  Reading fiction is perfectly acceptable way to spend your time as well as video games.  He knows you want it and this is the only way he has control over his life. Perhaps if you back off then he will naturally express interest.

Until then enjoy your child[/quote]

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