I have taught very young children how to quilt for several years the 2 youngest were only 5 years old. Girls and boys alike want to create. Many have several quilts they have made. One learned a lesson on maklng Yo-Yos and then turned around and taught another boy to make them. Never underestimate children. I made my first quilt at age 10 years old. So let him know there are many young quilters out there of both sexes. Marvel