Davidson Gifted Blog
Developing Math Talent in Very Young Kids
This Tips for Parents article authored by Julia Brodsky is from a seminar she hosted for Young Scholar families. She discusses his experiences in teaching a math circle to young (4- 9 year old)…
A Kick Start to Summer Camps
In this article, Bob Schultz provides a few suggestions given by gifted students on their summer camp experiences, and what they look for in a summer camp. Author: Schultz, B. Organization: National Association for…
Helping Gifted Children Handle Cooperation and Competition
This Tips for Parents article authored by Eileen Kennedy-Moore, PhD is from a seminar she hosted for Young Scholar families. She highlights some of the key challenges that gifted children face related to cooperation…
Writing Transcripts: Excerpt from “Forging Paths: Beyond Traditional Schooling”
This excerpt from “Forging Paths: Beyond Traditional Schooling”, by Wes Beach, takes a look at a number of examples of high school transcripts. Author: Beach, W. Year: 2012 Writing Transcripts In California and more…
Intensity, Anxiety & Depression – The Dark Side of Giftedness
This Tips for Parents article is from a seminar hosted by Tracy Cross, who provides advice for parents of students exhibiting traits of anxiety and depression. Author: Cross, T. Organization: Davidson Institute Year: 2011…
The Pivotal Role of Parents in Expanding the World of Young Gifted Children
This article by Joan F. Smutny, Ph.D. provides suggestions on how parents can help young gifted students learn and grow through a variety of options in their local communities. Author: Smutny, J. Publications: Parenting…
Navigating a Gap Year
This Tips for Parents article authored by Holly Bull is from a seminar they hosted for Young Scholar families. They provide advice on the “gap year” process. What is a gap year? A gap…
Living With Intensity – Overexcitabilities in Profoundly Gifted Children
This Tips for Parents article is from a seminar hosted by Dr. Susan Daniels. She began the seminar by addressing the complex nature of the gifted child and provided the Columbus Group (1991) definition…
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