Davidson Gifted Blog
Tips for Exploring Interests and Developing Talent in School Settings
We here at the Davidson Institute have put together some resources to help gifted students explore their interests—whatever they may be. It may seem like age is an obstacle to helping your child pursue…
Tips for Parents: “How do I know if this behavior is on purpose?” – Seeing Your Child Through a Brain First Lens
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Eileen Devine, LCSW Even when we understand that the brain is…
Tips for Parents: Debunking the Myth of the Ideal College Applicant
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Jaime Smith, M.A., MS.Ed. We already know that gifted does not…
Parenting tips on educational advocacy
This Davidson Institute blog post offers parents tried-and-true strategies they can use to optimize their chances of changing the attitudes of teachers and administrators and find a solution that will optimize their child’s education.…
Why is attunement so essential when parenting a gifted or twice-exceptional child?
We all make mistakes. Most of the time, our parenting mistakes are unintentional. We love our kids and strive to do our best. But sometimes, we misinterpret and misunderstand their needs. We might rely…
The gifted child’s rocky path to adulthood… and how you can help
The transition to adulthood is complicated for most of us. But gifted or twice-exceptional children bring additional challenges to the table that create some unexpected difficulties. Wishful thinking leads us to assume that once…
Tips for Parents: ABCs of Sibling Conflict
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Meg Glick, LCSW, MSEd Having a sibling can create many wonderful…
Tips for Parents: Motivation – What Really Works with Kids and Music Practice
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Barbie Wong How do you motivate your child to practice their…
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