How Do You Find Gifted Education Resources?
Today’s culture reinforces the notion that all children have the capacity for exceptional achievements. While all children are special in their own way, statistically speaking, very few of them are truly gifted in the technical sense of the word. Gifted children present a unique parenting challenge that, left unmet, can often lead to frustration for both the child and the parents. Read on to learn more. Learn how to recognize the signs of giftedness in young children by visiting the Gifted Development Center (GDC). Founded by Linda Silverman, a pioneer in understanding and identifying giftedness, the GDC includes a list of the observable characteristics most highly correlated with giftedness in children. Request information from the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) or visit its website to find information on state and national conferences, legislation and links to resources for parents, educators and program administrators. You can also find a link to your state’s gifted