Many children are smart and capable of earning top marks on tests and assignments. However, truly gifted learners may stand out from their peers in a number of ways. Giftedness comes in many forms, but if any of the following seems to describe your child, they may be more than just smart. Specific Academic Giftedness … Read More
With the school year now in full swing, your child may be feeling overwhelmed with the sheer volume of activities, homework, school events, and relationships she has to manage. While adults are better at expressing feelings and emotions, children still tend to have trouble identifying and communicating their specific emotions. Your child may be experiencing stress … Read More
When it comes to education, not all students are created equal. In more recent years, it has become apparent that there are children that require different and more challenging settings in order to excel and progress. One of the programs that have become well accepted is the use of a gifted education. A gifted education … Read More
If you are the parent of a shy or introverted child, you may be faced with the challenge of helping him to socialize and face new situations with confidence. Priscilla Gilman answers the questions of how to encourage young introverts to try new situations, as well as how to educate others about interacting with shy … Read More
As our children grow up, we like to give them more freedom to express themselves and develop as individuals. However, as they grow, we also want to encourage them to be kind and safe at all times. Here are a few helpful ideas from Allison Chawla on teaching compassion as well as personal safety to … Read More
Gifted students are often grade levels ahead of their peers, but have a hard time connecting socially with those that they go to school with. This creates a difficult environment for them to learn in. The good news is that there are gifted education programs available for students who need them. Not sure whether this … Read More
