Chapter 1 Introduction, Michael J. Stopper; Chapter 2 Curriculum development and process in mainstream classrooms, Richard Bentley; Chapter 3 Extension and enrichment programmes: ‘A place I could fit in’, Julian Whybra; Chapter 4 The role of the family, Susan Gomme; Chapter 5 Gifted and talented children with dyslexia, Lindsay Peer; Chapter 6 Culturally diverse gifted students, Stan Bailey; Chapter 7 Able and talented learners from socio-economically disadvantaged communities, Belle Wallace; Chapter 8 Conclusion, Michael J. Stopper;