Davidson Gifted Blog
You Can’t Fool a Gifted Kid; They Spot Inauthenticity a Mile Away
Gifted children come equipped with an attuned awareness of the world around them. Sometimes this attunement comes in different flavors. Some gifted kids use logic, and even mathematical equations to figure things out. Others…
Homeschooling Curriculum for the Gifted Child
In the article “Homeschooling Curriculum for the Gifted Child,” published by the Davidson Institute, author Sarah Boone offers an in-depth overview of selecting appropriate materials and strategies for homeschooling gifted children. This comprehensive guide…
Gifted Homeschooling and Socializing
This article offers insights into the various ways parents can help their gifted children build social skills and meaningful relationships outside the traditional classroom. Complementing this perspective, Davidson Academy Online presents an excellent option…
Homeschooling: Being the Parent and the Teacher
In this comprehensive guide from the Davidson Institute, we delve into the multifaceted role of parents who choose to educate their gifted children at home. It addresses the joys, challenges, and myths associated with…
Tips for Exploring Interests and Developing Talent in School Settings
We here at the Davidson Institute have put together some resources to help gifted students explore their interests—whatever they may be. It may seem like age is an obstacle to helping your child pursue…
Tips for Parents: “How do I know if this behavior is on purpose?” – Seeing Your Child Through a Brain First Lens
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Eileen Devine, LCSW Even when we understand that the brain is…
Tips for Parents: Debunking the Myth of the Ideal College Applicant
The following article shares highlights and insights from one of our Expert Series events, which are exclusive for Young Scholars and their parents. Authored by: Jaime Smith, M.A., MS.Ed. We already know that gifted does not…
Parenting tips on educational advocacy
This Davidson Institute blog post offers parents tried-and-true strategies they can use to optimize their chances of changing the attitudes of teachers and administrators and find a solution that will optimize their child’s education.…
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