Davidson Gifted Blog
What is Giftedness?
The Definition & Meaning of Being Gifted Children who are gifted are defined as those who demonstrate an advanced ability or potential in one or more specific areas when compared…
Read moreRemembering Dr. Jim Delisle: A Champion for Gifted Learners
The Davidson Institute team is deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Jim Delisle, a remarkable educator, author, and steadfast advocate for gifted youth. For decades, Jim was not only a respected voice in…
Tips for Parents: Executive Functioning in Daily Life: Emotional Control, Impulsivity & Practical Strategies
The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Sarah M. Collins, MSOT, OTR/L Summary Executive Functioning in Daily…
Strength-Based Parenting Gifted and Twice-Exceptional (2e) Children Requires Intentionality
Supporting A Child’s Strengths from the Start Parenting a twice-exceptional (2e) child is a complex journey, and one of the most powerful ways to set children up for success is to focus intentionally on…
Gifted & ADHD Masking: Signs, Effects, & How to Help
Sometimes the brightest minds are the quietest in the room. Not because they have nothing to offer, but because they’ve found psychological safety in doing so. Gifted children — especially those who are twice-exceptional…
The Davidson Institute Guide to Understanding Giftedness Levels
If you’re reading this, you’ve likely heard terms like “advanced learner”, “profoundly gifted”, and more that refer to varying degrees of giftedness. But what do they each mean? Is there a difference? Giftedness shows…
Tips for Students: Order and Chaos: The Physics of Energy & Entropy
The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Scott Beaver, Ph.D. Introduction Physics has laws describing how matter…
Tips for Parents: Fostering Regulation and Resilience in PG and Neurodivergent Children
The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Debbie Reber Summary In this session, Debbie Reber, author, parenting…
Tips for Parents: Bridging to Homeschooling: A Personalized Pathway to Learning Success
The following article expands on highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Lisa A. Jobe, JD Summary Changing educational paths, particularly transitioning…
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