Whether your child likes to tell you what goes on at school or not, we as parents can pose questions that will allow us to learn about his or her day at school. Want to know about what goes on while your kid is at school? Try posing these five questions to get them talking: What … Read More
When it comes to a child’s education, there is a difference between gifted and bright. A bright child will do fairly well in a regular classroom and can benefit greatly from honors or even Advanced Placement coursework. In order to excel, gifted children on the other hand require specially designed curriculums and a tailored classroom … Read More
Gifted education is known under a variety of different names, including Gifted and Talented Education (GATE), and Talented and Gifted (TAG or G/T). These titles are broad terms for programs that engage with special practices, theories, and procedures intended to target the needs of children who have been identified as gifted or talented learners. While … Read More
Everyone has heard the term “gifted student,” but people rarely have a concrete definition for what that means. People like to think of their children as being exceptional, but some students are truly outstanding. How do teachers differentiate? How is giftedness defined, exactly? There are a few different ways to help identify whether a child … Read More
If your child is gifted, there are a few different possible routes to take. Many public schools have gifted programs or classes for students, but they are generally for middle and high school students. Schools for gifted children can provide excellent opportunities for younger students who exhibit exceptional characteristics. What can these schools offer your … Read More
There is technically still no globally accepted definition of “gifted,” but the National Association for Gifted Children offers an enlightening definition for the phenomenon of shockingly talented or able children. A gifted student, according to the association, is an individual who demonstrates an outstanding aptitude or competence in one or more domain. Gifted educational programs … Read More
