There is definitely a lot of value in practice and repetition. I don't think rote memorization / drilling are the only means of getting that practice and repeti

There is definitely a lot of value in practice and repetition. I don't think rote memorization / drilling are the only means of getting that practice and repetition. Ironically, with a bit of creativity, we can provide both. Lot of practice, lot of repetition, paired with understanding, play and making things.