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A lonely eagle decides to fly around the world after experiencing a vision. He does not know how this adventure will change his life forever. Written for families who have a gifted child, this book presents a fable about gifted children in the form of different animals. As each animal's story is told, the reader gains a better understanding of social and emotional uniqueness associated with giftedness. (Series: Make Them Shine. Giftedness Viewed Differently - Vol. 1) [Subject: Gifted Education, Children's Literature]
This book is a guide to help teachers, parents, guidance counselors and other stakeholders understand the importance of intervention for gifted children and to become an advocate for those individuals who are developmentally advanced. The reader becomes engaged in the analogy of a three part airplane journey to the world of gifted education: ‘Embarking on a Journey;’ ‘Preparing for Departure’ and ‘Planning for Arrival.’ The author offers insightful case studies followed by strategies for both teachers and parents gained from personal experiences and research to identify and work with different types of children who present unique challenges due to their special needs of high pote...
Ideal leadership attributes vary considerably all over the world. Many global projects have been started to develop leadership skills in children. This pleasantly accessible book is a clear intensive for working with children, who might be our future leaders and world changers. In addition, it is a perfect guide to understand the situation of leadership in gifted education.This unique and engaging text offers:- A clearly written critique of, and alternative to, many traditional leadership methods.- An innovative reanalysis of the current leadership situation in gifted education worldwide.- An accessible introduction to the development of leadership skill and understanding this potential in gifted children.The information and useful advice provided make this book an ideal resource for those just starting out in the gifted field as well as those who are already gifted advocates.
We are all born with the propensity to achieve, succeed, and thrive in our endeavours. We have certain skills, talents and abilities that can be nurtured, shaped, formed, and encouraged. The human species has a vast number of these talents, skills and abilities, and it remains a wonder as to how some individuals reach the pinnacle of perfection with their skills and talents, and why others remain simply mediocre. This book examines and explores the development of many realms of talent. We are privy to the domains of art, music, chess, and thinking. We explore and examine mathematical thinking, philosophical thinking as well as scientific thinking. The realms of the novice as well as the expe...
Now in its Second Edition, Introduction to Gifted Education presents a well-researched yet accessible introduction to gifted education, focusing on equity and supporting diverse learners. Inclusive in nature, this essential text is filled with varied perspectives and approaches to the critical topics and issues affecting gifted education. Chapters cover topics such as gifted education standards, social-emotional needs, cognitive development, diverse learners, identification, programming options, creativity, professional development, and curriculum. The book provides a comprehensive look at each topic, including an overview of big ideas, its history, and a thorough discussion to help those new to the field gain a better understanding of gifted students and strategies to address their needs. Filled with rich resources to engage readers in their own learning, Introduction to Gifted Education, Second Edition is the definitive textbook for courses introducing teachers to gifted education.
This practitioner resource and course text has given thousands of K-12 teachers evidence-based tools for helping students--particularly those at risk for reading difficulties--understand and acquire new knowledge from text. The authors present a range of scientifically validated instructional techniques and activities, complete with helpful classroom examples and sample lessons. The book describes ways to assess comprehension, build the skills that good readers rely on, and teach students to use multiple comprehension strategies flexibly and effectively. Each chapter features thought-provoking discussion questions. Reproducible lesson plans and graphic organizers can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. New to This Edition *Chapters on content-area literacy, English language learners, and intensive interventions. *Incorporates current research on each component of reading comprehension. *Discusses ways to align instruction with the Common Core State Standards. *Additional instructional activities throughout.
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This book will guide teachers and parents in the identification of gifted children, and it will help them to understand their social and emotional needs. The book's contributors - who have decades of professional experience with gifted children and their families - provide practical guidance from different perspectives. The topics covered include: identification and characteristics of gifted children * motivation and underachievement * educational planning and the optimal development of giftedness and talents * parenting concerns * types of gifted programs * consulting gifted children. (Series: Make Them Shine. Giftedness Viewed Differently - Vol. 2) [Subject: Gifted Education, Children's Studies]