Raising a Gifted Child: A Parenting Success Handbook

ISBN-13: 9781593633448 / Angielski / Miękka / 2008 / 248 str.

Carol Fertig

Opis

From the author of the nation's most popular blog on parenting gifted children comes the definitive how-to handbook for parents.

Recenzje

This book, full of wonderful references, puts knowledge into the hands of parents. It urges parents to positively advocate for their child. It opens the door to many of the possiblities that are out there in the realm of alterenative education, ideas to try at home, college planning and academic competitions.,Heidi Brewer,East Valley Parenting Advice Examiner, 7/13/11
Through the encouraging stories of other gifted children and the practical suggestions Fertig presents, Raising a Gifted Child offers many resources and creative ideas parents can utilize to tap into and further develop their child's talents and capabilities.,Davidson Institute for Talent Development, 10/1/09
One could have all the talent in the world, but if it isn't nurtured, it'll go to waste. “Raising a Gifted Child: A Parenting Success Handbook” is a guide to parents who want to give their talented children all the tools they need to maximize their potential for the future. Just like those with learning disabilities, the other extreme need special care to assist them, and “Raising a Gifted Child” should be in the bookshelf of every parent of a gifted child.,Midest Book Review, 2/1/09

Spis treści

Introduction Chapter 1 Who Is This Kid Anyway? Chapter 2 Understanding Gifted Kids Chapter 3 Expectations Chapter 4 Parental Responsibilities Chapter 5 The Value Of Creativity Chapter 6 There’s More Than One Way To Educate A Child Chapter 7 Specific Subjects Chapter 8 Some Unique Groups Conclusion References Resources About The Author

O autorze

Carol Fertig has worked in the field of education for more than 35 years and has been a gifted education resource to parents, teachers, and administrators for more than 20. She has a master's degree in educational psychology/gifted education and has served as a classroom teacher, gifted education specialist, speaker, consultant, and staff developer. She has written numerous articles that have appeared in journals, magazines, and on the internet. Currently Carol is the editor of Understanding Our Gifted.