tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post7540411479612611610..comments2024-03-16T04:07:17.971-04:00Comments on Gifted Challenges™: Tips for parents of gifted children: What most parents wish they had knownGail Post, Ph.D.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-62667484039163324002018-05-07T19:49:02.658-04:002018-05-07T19:49:02.658-04:00Yes, college is often a relief and a welcome exper...Yes, college is often a relief and a welcome experience where gifted kids feel they can breathe again. It will be important to select a college that will challenge his intellectual needs AND has a social climate that will be comfortable for him. Meanwhile, hopefully he can find a group of like-minded peers either at school or in an extra-curricular activity so he can feel that he fits in somewhere. Good luck.Gail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-48319273125088505162018-05-07T16:18:35.407-04:002018-05-07T16:18:35.407-04:00My son was identified as gifted In kindergarten an...My son was identified as gifted In kindergarten and it has been a lonely, bumpy road ever since. He is now in 10fh grade and We are still trying to find the right fit. It’s true there is no perfect school. We have tried many - Charter, private, cyber and public - where we are now. I worry it was a mistake jumping around. He doesn’t feel he belongs anywhere. His <br />private music teacher says it will be different in college......,Klauer28https://www.blogger.com/profile/05994304376277107718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-76945398923836040552017-08-07T22:13:00.026-04:002017-08-07T22:13:00.026-04:00thanks so much!thanks so much!Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05340932167251830627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-8848139431594605932017-08-06T09:16:08.487-04:002017-08-06T09:16:08.487-04:00Elizabeth, I understand your concerns. It can seem...Elizabeth, I understand your concerns. It can seem overwhelming. Every state, province and country have different policies. Find out the guidelines where you live. If you are in the U.S., check NAGC.org for information about your state's policies, and check your school district's website. If your state has a gifted organization, there will be information available through them. The Hoagiesgifted.org cite has lots of good information also. I wrote a post about getting your child tested that might be useful: https://giftedchallenges.blogspot.com/2013/11/dont-wait-to-get-your-gifted-child.html. It's great that you are starting early. Good luck!Gail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-4905243968768396482017-08-06T00:05:52.995-04:002017-08-06T00:05:52.995-04:00I stumbled upon this post while doing some researc...I stumbled upon this post while doing some research for my son. He's about to enter Kindergarten and I suspect he may be gifted. I'm actually a bit terrified of the idea and I don't even know what to do or where to begin or even if I need to do anything at all? I don't even know how to have him tested, this is so foreign to me.Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05340932167251830627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-42767161137062524742017-06-06T15:33:24.834-04:002017-06-06T15:33:24.834-04:00I liked reading your practical post as both an ele...I liked reading your practical post as both an elementary educator as well as a parent of a potentially gifted child. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-53560336938925529032017-05-25T12:27:56.650-04:002017-05-25T12:27:56.650-04:00thanksthanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16945480422986632992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-50281194510722382872016-09-09T13:09:13.582-04:002016-09-09T13:09:13.582-04:00Unknown, You might want to see if there are any or...Unknown, You might want to see if there are any organizations in your state that offer parent groups (if you are in the U.S.). There are some SENG parent groups (check Sengifted.org) and online forums through Davidsongifted.org. Otherwise, you can connect with through FB and twitter - you just need to explore to see what works for you. Gail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-11503219439992897962016-09-09T09:34:53.765-04:002016-09-09T09:34:53.765-04:00thank god i found this post just when i was on the...thank god i found this post just when i was on the verge of pulling my hair out. is there any sites to meet other parents of gifted kids.?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04408413387862301012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-69167423968821195652016-08-23T19:41:22.392-04:002016-08-23T19:41:22.392-04:00Judy, So wonderful that you are working to inform ...Judy, So wonderful that you are working to inform the other teachers about giftedness. Without knowing more about their specific needs, I would suggest checking the NAGC website for more information and links. If you would like to PM me, I could speak with you further. I also consult with schools via skype if that is an option for your school. Good luck.Gail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-29868458968798417612016-08-23T13:26:36.763-04:002016-08-23T13:26:36.763-04:00Although it is alarming the number of professional...Although it is alarming the number of professionals that do not understand giftedness there are many of us out there educating the public. With more advocates in the schools it will be possible for a better education for our gifted kids.Judy Wahlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12228771734728019481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-70294655274919481602016-08-23T13:22:38.766-04:002016-08-23T13:22:38.766-04:00Gail, what a wonderful article. I have been a cla...Gail, what a wonderful article. I have been a classroom teacher for over 15 years. Recently, I have taken on the role as Gifted Coordinator for Roycemore school in Evanston, IL. We are trying our best to get our teachers trained so that we can understand the gifted child better. It is truly unfortunate that more teachers don't know more about gifted. If you have any advice or tips for moving forward with Roycemore to help make it a better place for our gifted students I would greatly appreciate the support. Judy Wahlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12228771734728019481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-52070264802096132752016-07-19T02:05:53.609-04:002016-07-19T02:05:53.609-04:00Thank you for these wonderful tips. In addition, I...Thank you for these wonderful tips. In addition, I guest authored an article on Powerful Tools that Will Make You Better Parents. You can read it here: <a href="http://www.sleepwellsleepsolutions.com/6-powerful-tools-that-will-make-you-a-better-parent-a-guest-post/" rel="nofollow">Powerful Tools that Will Make You Better Parents</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09740249244861242915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-90308946621346534722016-06-12T12:29:09.318-04:002016-06-12T12:29:09.318-04:00Thank you for a Great Article, I'm trying to g...Thank you for a Great Article, I'm trying to gather as much information as I possibly can to understand what it all means, as a psychologist can you tell me what is the difference between "gifted" & "Highly Able"? Do they need a gifted program or if your highly able you go ahead with the current curriculum? please advise. thank you :)<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-18022745330294074992016-04-13T20:01:12.649-04:002016-04-13T20:01:12.649-04:00Tara, Thanks! Yup - being a parent is a challenge,...Tara, Thanks! Yup - being a parent is a challenge, even with our background. I appreciate your feedback.Gail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-84108954363752892152016-04-13T15:56:34.788-04:002016-04-13T15:56:34.788-04:00I LOVE this! I am a School Psychogist and have of...I LOVE this! I am a School Psychogist and have often felt that parenting a gifted child is not something where my training has given me much advantage. It was heartening to hear from someone in a similar profession who feels the same way!Tarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01507395057139108228noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-8668915418274605062016-04-13T12:50:09.809-04:002016-04-13T12:50:09.809-04:00I wish I had known that a surprising number of pro...I wish I had known that a surprising number of professionals who consider themselves knowledgeable about giftedness have no understanding of people who are profoundly gifted.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-82448105366611525122016-04-13T10:36:53.061-04:002016-04-13T10:36:53.061-04:00It really is very well done. It really is very well done. Lemansuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14670977905709722116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-34481753857205654892016-02-28T10:08:59.825-05:002016-02-28T10:08:59.825-05:00Nerenahd, Thank you for your comments. You so clea...Nerenahd, Thank you for your comments. You so clearly describe the uneven development common to so many gifted children. Good luck with your son.Gail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-78794388312076560522016-02-27T11:49:55.236-05:002016-02-27T11:49:55.236-05:00Great post. As parents of a gifted child (horrible...Great post. As parents of a gifted child (horrible term by the way), me and my wife chose simply not to tell anyone about it. People usually have no idea what that means. For example my 6 years old, while still in kindergarten can out do most 3th and 4th graders at languages and math, but he is very imature both emotionally and socially, very insecure and shy. He cannot pronounce the letter R properly (while most kids master it around 3) and he has a very hard time learning how to do basic stuff, like how tie his shoes, take off his clothes, close a jacket etc. It's scary how underdeveloped he is on some areas. I believe when other people know his IQ for example, most would assume he would excell at anything, and this is as far away from reality as it gets. I think that it is important that parents of gifted children realize it, and protect them from unreal expectations from other people (and even from themselves). Cheers Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03175729079840199255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-38322765967130355702015-10-08T08:13:57.539-04:002015-10-08T08:13:57.539-04:00Thanks!
GailThanks!<br />GailGail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-56966699271517663492015-10-06T08:55:37.588-04:002015-10-06T08:55:37.588-04:00Thank you--I love your posts. They are so clear, a...Thank you--I love your posts. They are so clear, accurate, and affirming. It's just nice to not feel alone :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-34505640169354915502015-09-09T00:27:02.139-04:002015-09-09T00:27:02.139-04:00Here is something I didn't know sooner,from a ...Here is something I didn't know sooner,from a collector's edition of Scientific American Mind,winter of 2015.On page 12,it's titled,The Thinking That IQ Test Miss.By Keith E. Stanovich.He says IQ test do not measure dysrationalia,but also mentions it's in his book from 2010 by the same name with :The Psychology of Rational Thought.I guess I am just referencing it for anyone who is curious about how some one can still be a genius because of these parts not on IQ test.DD9https://www.blogger.com/profile/03491152673696533968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-1156145213622675042015-09-05T22:44:13.700-04:002015-09-05T22:44:13.700-04:00Anonymous, Thanks for your feedback. It sounds lik...Anonymous, Thanks for your feedback. It sounds like the initial testing your daughter received was more of a screening tool and obviously not very accurate.It is good that you got additional testing. It is always difficult to compare gifted programs between schools. But what is most important is that the school meets your daughter's specific needs. It is not about the "program" but what the school can do to accommodate her abilities. Good luck and hopefully the new school will work out.Gail Post, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482577821092891593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6702344196398061245.post-53110869018884735112015-09-03T12:34:24.262-04:002015-09-03T12:34:24.262-04:00Thank you for your column and thank you for a plac...Thank you for your column and thank you for a place to post.Our daughter tested MG I believe,from checking which end of the spectrum on the bell curve they define,mg,pg,etc.Can't remember them all,not gifted like my daughter.Her teacher once said if anyone in her class needed to know anything,they could just ask my daughter.Then she said "she knows everything."That's when I thought she was fed up with her.Not so,just sounded that way.Last night I ask her something we learned together way back when,which I couldn't remember but she did.Then I thought ,gee,this is pretty good.All I will ever have to do is ask her quick answers,but I also thought so that's what gifted means,she remembers more than others.The school paid for her first IQ test,but she was shy and when she was thinking over an answer in silence they would not know,I heard a teacher say to her and she needed to let them know she was thinking,anyway she did not complete it.One question she missed was,a picture of a fork and asking what it was.She was either in kg or 1st grade and answered prong.Well that was plain wrong for the IQ test.Another was a picture of a shower head,and she had never had a shower in her life,so she did not know.Lastly there was a picture of light house,and she called it a sea tower.All wrong.The next year they were going to test her again, and were only two weeks away from it when I got in a hurry and paid for one myself.She passed and went into gifted with in a few days.I had her tested again one year later,with a different IQ test and results were near the same,so all I felt,was what I could of used that money.She's now in 4th grade and we moved a year ago,so she could get into full time gifted.I would like to know more about her gifted instruction and how it compares to others,but I have never found online a site where people mention specifically about her school. Thanks for a great article.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com