Yesterday I took my son to a story-time at the library, where they read Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and then performed a play with the librarian. There were only two other (younger)children there, but my son refused to say any lines at all. He just clung to my leg with his hands in his mouth. It didn't bother anyone at all... and of course, I don't mind him being bashful once in a while (because he isn't usually) -- but I have to say, it did make me wonder about him starting school.
Our family doctor mentioned some time ago that my son might do well skipping kindergarten when the times comes. Following the advice of others I recently contacted the education assitant for our state to inquire about kindergartens for a potentially gifted child, to get advice on testing and things of that nature... I'm wondering now if him clamming up like that is a sign that he wouldn't be socially ready to start school early or to jump grades at all. (Which, of course, is absolutely fine, if that's the case.)
My husband said that he'd probably be the loudest one there if we weren't in the room to cling to. Any thoughts?
