Giftedness

All-too-often, well-meaning individuals urge parents to seek referrals for psychological evaluation without considering or understanding the typical

In my second year of teaching I met a young boy who was exceptionally gifted in mathematics. His giftedness had been identified through an IQ test at age 3 and in Grade 5 he was flying through the High School mathematics curriculum. Whilst I sought to encourage and nurture this…

Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is an injury to the brain caused by a bump or hit to the head. It is a common injury in children and can cause lasting symptoms and disabilities. There are different causes of TBI, such as car accidents, falls, or football tackles. Fortunately, there are ways we can reduce TBI by making safe choices, such as buckling our seatbelts and wearing helmets while playing sports.

There’s more to "giftedness" than concert halls or I.Q. scores. It’s true neurodiversity that affects the whole child. And it isn’t always as wonderful as people assume, especially if he or she is twice exceptional (2e). Learn what's different about this type of "brain wiring" & how it impacts these kiddos; not just academically, but also in ways that are social, emotional & even sensory-related. | #giftedness #giftedchildren #differentlywiredkids #neurodivergent #giftedandtalented

I've been asked to share my assessments and those that I use. Assessments are snapshots of a child's current ability to perform a certain skill. This can show normal development, regression or advancement in the different areas. It can also identify areas of concern or where additional support may be needed. Providers see children for many hours every day, can compare them to current and former students, and see them in a variety of motor, cognitive and emotional/social situations. Often…

Ten Common Characteristics of Intellectual Giftedness #gifted #giftednessexplored