I think that many of the moms here have slowly taught their children to be more self-entertaining. I flunked this area of life and just hooked up the learning computer games when I couldn't take it - so that's one option.
Does she take Martial Arts? I think that might be a great way to burn up energy and learn self mastery. Yoga, Ti Chi and Meditation (for you or for her) both come to mind.
Is she nimble fingered enough to learn to crochet? Or even make potholders or beeswax figures? Clay?
I'm still hoping you'll find a bright highschooler to be a mentor for her.
It's hard to find 'service projects' for preschoolers, but if there are people who need cheering up, having a service project where she makes pictures or writes letters might give her an avenue to make a contribution...
Love and More Love,
Grinity
