Revelations is the second in a series ~ The School for Gifted Potentials ~ from Allis Wade and is as engaging as her first book – Orientation. In this new volume, we see Everett and his friends adjust to everyday life at their new school.From my review of Orientation:“Set one hundred years in the future, this story has the familiarity of a youngadult...
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Supporting musically talented children: Challenging social and emotional roadblocks to success
Musically talented children often face an uphill battle when trying to maintain enthusiasm for their studies. What typically starts with excitement and focused effort can end in boredom, apathy and disappointment. Several authors (e.g., Haroutounian, 2002; Parncutt & McPherson, 2002) have offered ideas for enhancing musical training and motivating...
Gifted education "lite": Helping your child adapt
When a child is identified for gifted services, parents usually feel relief. “Finally, my child will get the education he needs.” “Now she’ll be challenged and energized by learning.” But what many parents soon realize is that the much anticipated gifted program has gaping holes, glaring inadequacies and an array of watered-down services. It starts...
When children realize they are gifted
Maybe it happens when they realize that they can multiply and their classmates cannot even add. Maybe it’s when they figure out there’s no Santa or Tooth Fairy, long before their friends know. Maybe it’s when the same old games their friends are playing just seem silly and boring.AHA!!!At some point, gifted children recognize that they are different...
Why I Believe in Gifted Education in Public Schools
It is a basic tenet of education that EVERY child has the right to experience growth ultimately leading to the attainment of their own full potential.Removing gifted education from the public realm promotes elitism … only the wealthy can afford private schools, tutors, enrichment.Failure to support and nurture our high flyers, our creative types, our...