Gifted Children: A Guide for Parents and Professionals by Kate Distin (English)

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Gifted Children is a lively and informative exploration of the mystery of the gifted mind and the social and emotional needs of gifted children and their families. The authors give an insight into what is 'normal' for gifted children, acknowledge the difficulties they experience, and offer pointers for parents on how to support them.

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Winner of the NAGC Celebrating Gifts and Talents 2007 "Most Important Book" Gold AwardGifted Children is a lively and informative exploration of the mystery of the gifted mind and the social and emotional needs of gifted children and their families.The authors give an insight into what is 'normal' for gifted children, acknowledge the difficulties they experience, and offer pointers for parents on how to support them at home, in the interaction with siblings and other family members, and at school. The authors identify self-acceptance and communication with others as key skills for gifted children, whose exceptional abilities in fields ranging from music and maths to linguistics and art are often complicated by poor social skills, dyslexia or other difficulties.This excellent book, written by counsellors who are also parents with first- hand knowledge of living and working with gifted children, is an accessible and positive guide full of constructive advice and encouragement for other parents. It includes practical information such as useful contact details, as well as opportunities for reflection.

Author Biography

Each of the authors counselled gifted children and their families for the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), before it closed in 2005. They all have first-hand experience either of being gifted children themselves or being parents or grandparents of gifted children.

Table of Contents

Introduction. Part 1: Gifted Children and their Families. 1. What is Normal for a Gifted Child? 2. Giftedness in the Family. 3. Beyond the Family. 4. Giftedness and Schools. 5. Gifted Children and Home Education. Part 2: Special Needs and Special Talents. 6. Gifted Children with Special Needs. 7. Gifted Children with Asperger Syndrome. 8. Gifted Adolescents. 9. What is it Like to be a Gifted Linguist? 10. Managing the Multi-talented Child. 11. Giftedness and Creativity: Some Pointers. 12. Musically Gifted Children. 13. Effective Communication: The Way We Say It. Part 3: Conclusions. 14. Living with Giftedness. References. Index.

Review

A useful practical and well written informative book written by 10 authors who for many years counselled gifted children and their families for the National Association for Gifted Children until the counselling service closed in 2005. All have first hand experience of giftedness; either being gifted themselves or having children or grandchildren who are gifted. -- NAGC Newsletter (National Association of Gifted Children)An excellent book written in an easy to read lively text explaining the gifted mind and the social and emotional needs of gifted children and their families. -- Education OtherwiseI used to childmind a boy who has since been "labelled" as having "Asperger Syndrome". I always knew that there was something different about him but couldn't put my finger on what it was. This book would have been a wonderful resource to have then, as now I can relate his behaviour and his emotions, to him dealing with his gift. -- National Association of Child-MindersThe authors acknowledge the individuality of gifted children and their families while providing information and advice applicable to most. Sidebars ask questions that encourage parents to examine their own feelings and experiences and to explore the ways in which their child might be similar to and different from the descriptions provided in the section....Written clearly and concisely and meant for the educated layperson, this work includes an appendix of current professionals and services in Britain, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Recommended for all public libraries. -- Library JournalThis book provides an informative exploration of the gifted mind and the social and emotional needs of gifted children and their families… The book describes itself as a guide for parents and professionals. I think parents of gifted children would find it highly supportive and informative, particularly the contacts it offers with other organizations. Professionals working to support families would also find it helpful as an introductory text. -- The British Psychological SocietyThis is an excellent resource that should meet its stated goal of helping gifted children and their families to live more comfortably with giftedness and to reach beyond the challenges towards the rewards. -- Educational Review Vol. 60Very useful, particularly sections which gave practical advice about helpful ways in which to talk to gifted children about their abilities and frustrations. -- NAGC Newsletter (National Association of Gifted Children)Written in a style that is immediately accessible for both parents and teachers. The information is straightforwardly set out and the reader is left with a clear understanding of what giftedness is, the range that it encompasses and how it affects families, children and their learning. -- The Magazine of the Cambridge Society

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Gifted Children is a lively and informative exploration of the mystery of the gifted mind and the social and emotional needs of gifted children and their families.The authors give an insight into what is 'normal' for gifted children, acknowledge the difficulties they experience, and offer pointers for parents on how to support them at home, in the interaction with siblings and other family members, and at school. The authors identify self-acceptance and communication with others as key skills for gifted children, whose exceptional abilities in fields ranging from music and maths to linguistics and art are often complicated by poor social skills, dyslexia or other difficulties.This excellent book, written by counsellors who are also parents with first hand knowledge of living and working with gifted children, is an accessible and positive guide full of constructive advice and encouragement for other parents. It includes practical information such as useful contact details, as well as opportunities for reflection.

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This is an excellent resource that should meet its stated goal of helping gifted children and their families to live more comfortably with giftedness and to reach beyond the challenges towards the rewards.

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Winner of the NAGC Celebrating Gifts and Talents 2007 "Most Important Book" Gold Award Gifted Children is a lively and informative exploration of the mystery of the gifted mind and the social and emotional needs of gifted children and their families. The authors give an insight into what is 'normal' for gifted children, acknowledge the difficulties they experience, and offer pointers for parents on how to support them at home, in the interaction with siblings and other family members, and at school. The authors identify self-acceptance and communication with others as key skills for gifted children, whose exceptional abilities in fields ranging from music and maths to linguistics and art are often complicated by poor social skills, dyslexia or other difficulties. This excellent book, written by counsellors who are also parents with first- hand knowledge of living and working with gifted children, is an accessible and positive guide full of constructive advice and encouragement for other parents. It includes practical information such as useful contact details, as well as opportunities for reflection.

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Authors have personal and professional experience spanning many decades.

Details ISBN1843104393 Short Title GIFTED CHILDREN Language English ISBN-10 1843104393 ISBN-13 9781843104391 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 155.455 Year 2006 Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers Subtitle A Guide for Parents and Professionals Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by Kate Distin Illustrations Illustrations Author Kate Distin DOI 10.1604/9781843104391 UK Release Date 2006-04-27 NZ Release Date 2006-04-27 Pages 272 Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers Publication Date 2006-04-27 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2006-04-14 We've got this

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