Dr. Elkind cites research findings suggesting that the emphasis on academics for young children is contributing to depression among elementary school pupils. More insidiously, when adults decide at an early age what children should learn, it can affect children's sense of industry: setting goals, getting a job done and having a sense of accomplishment. It's healthy to want a child to excel and do well. But you do that b providing a stimulating environment, rather than pushing a small child to master skills. Studies by developmental psychology through their own experiences. Play is very important to learning, and formal instruction if introduced too early, can inhibit learning. "The whole idea that earlier is better is just wrong. Children at older ages can master skills better, with greater ease." Many parents feel that a difficult aspect of the superbaby trend is peer pressure. Elkind hopes his book will give support to parents who want to resist the trend, so that when a neighbor says, "Why isn't your 9-month-old in a swimming class?" parents can say, "It's a wholly unnecessary and potentially dangerous idea."

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