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 more8 Myths About Gifted Students Debunked
The concept of “giftedness” tends to be misunderstood. This lack of understanding eventually shapes policies, classroom practices, and even how society perceives intelligence. Unfortunately, it hurts the students in the end, leading to them…
Tips for Parents: The Gifted Brain: Strengthening Executive Functioning and Future Thinking
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: Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge Summary Gifted and twice-exceptional (2e) kids are…
Buyer Beware: How to Navigate the Maze of Gifted and Twice-Exceptional Resources
The article warns parents of gifted and twice-exceptional children to be cautious when seeking advice, highlighting the rise of untrained or minimally trained “experts” offering paid services. It emphasizes the value of peer support…
Tips for Students: A Whirlwind History of Fashion – and Why it Matters
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: August Thomas Introduction This seminar took us on a whirlwind…
Tips for Parents: The Joy of Adventure
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: Blake Boles Summary Adventure is timeless. We dream of it…
Why Highly Intelligent Children May Struggle with the Opinions of Others
Highly intelligent children usually think more abstractly than their peers, making it harder for them to connect with others with different abilities, experiences, or interests. This may lead to negative feelings, like frustration, or…
Gifted Summer Programs: Day Camps
This list of day camp summer programs available to students across the nation. Links to websites are provided so that parents and students may investigate more about an individual program. While the Davidson Institute does not…
Gifted Summer Programs: Residential
This list presents residential summer programs available to students across the nation. Links to websites are provided so that parents and students may investigate more about an individual program. While the Davidson Institute does not…
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