Students: Tell us what you think of programs like the one described in this article. Did you experience anything like this as a young child yourself? If so, how did it affect you? In general, do you tend to agree with those in the article who feel it is a good way to set young children on a path to future academic and professional success, or with those who feel that children this age learn what they need to know through play? Why?
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