For many parents of gifted children, there comes a point when public school is simply not doing the job. With rising student-to-teacher ratios; emphasis on rote memorization; and standardized testing being the norm, the gifted student can find that he or she is left understimulated, frustrated, and bored. In many of these situations, gifted children … Read More
We live in a world where the accomplishments of high achievers are readily in the spotlight. The internet is filled with stories of those remarkable individuals making groundbreaking scientific discoveries; creating artistic masterpieces; and leading the world in new directions. As the parent of a gifted child, it is tempting to view these achievements as … Read More
We live in a world designed to acknowledge the outgoing, social, person. We also live in a world that is designed for the average, accommodating, individual. These two factors can make the task of fostering an introverted, gifted, child quite the challenge. The most wide-spread conception of an introverted person is that the individual is … Read More
As many guardians of gifted children know, all schools are not created equal. While it is valuable for our children to learn to socially navigate the mundane world, the critical years of early education provide a lasting framework through which our children learn to either embrace their gifts, or learn to suppress them for the … Read More
The obtainment of conventional sleep has been known to elude the brilliant mind. While Einstein is reported as needing a solid 10 hours of shut-eye, Tesla and DaVinci tallied up their naps to equal only a few hours of sleep per day. Charles Dickens stayed up each night, and used the sunrise as a cue … Read More
The Internet can be a tremendous gift to parents, educators, and students alike, offering instant information and perspective regarding complex and frustrating topics. Families who struggle with their school’s response to gifted children can locate resources in a single click. Those who choose to homeschool their gifted or 2E child have a wealth of assistance … Read More
