The opportunities for gifted children to explore their interests and expand their amazing abilities have never been greater, with schools for the gifted and university-developed resources offering unprecedented programs for all ages. There are as many avenues to pursue as there are areas of talent and range from the logical, mathematical to the expression of … Read More
We tell our children, “Use your words” to tell us how they feel. It is just as important for parents to use the right words to communicate their feelings, too. An appreciation for words can be shared by parent and child to strengthen the bond of their relationship. Gifted children seem to have a special … Read More
Gifted learners are unique students to work with since they tend to create and execute their own projects without much adult direction. Yet, these learners also come with special needs that are not always met in the traditional academic classroom. For example, gifted students are at greater risk for losing interest in school due to … Read More
Being the parent of a gifted learner is an amazing opportunity to enjoy watching as your child develops their unique personality. However, your role as a parent also comes with the tremendous responsibility of providing your child with the support and stimulation they need to fully develop their talents. After your child has been identified … Read More
You may think that your son or daughter is really smart, but how do you know if they are truly gifted? Sometimes it can be hard to tell unless you know what signs to look for. The notion of giftedness has changed to include more than just academic achievement. It includes creativity, leadership and sports … Read More
Researcher David Lubinski, a renowned psychologist at Vanderbilt University has been studying gifted adolescents and teens since the 1970’s. He has learned much about this exceptional population. His research has generated more than 300 research articles and papers. Lubinski and his colleagues conducted a long-running longitudinal study of more than 5,000 gifted 12-year-olds. They followed these individuals … Read More
