Hmmm... I think perhaps the trick is to find out what the child is actually interested in, and give them lessons, support, and encouragement to follow their particular interests. Give them lots of opportunities to try lots of different activities, and something will show up. It may not be what we think is important, but I'll bet they will spend hours practicing and perfecting it, without any pushing from us. Reading is important, but so are lots of other things.
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