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Gifted children

Whether your child is already showing signs of being gifted, or if you just want to help your child to reach their potential, then there are books at your local library to help you.  Or you can read some of the following recommended titles.


Playful parenting

Lawrence J. Cohen

 

Lighten up parents and have fun with your kids!  Play and fun develop many skills in children, including problem-solving, and builds confidence.  So... tag - you're it!

Reviewed by Annie.

 

Motivated minds: raising children to love learning

Deborah Stipek and Kathy Seal

 

How children learn and how parents can help them.  Advice includes - how to stop nagging, but still get your kids to do their homework!

Reviewed by Annie.


Your child can think like a genius: how to unlock the gifts in every child

Bernadette Tynan

 

This is an inspirational, yet practical guide for parents.  It is a valuable tool for identifying your child's particular gifts, building independent thinking and creativity and solving educational difficulties.  In this era of global knowledge and this time starved environment, parents and children need support to achieve their potential and to keep the joy of learning alive.

Reviewed by Barbara.


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Stuff for parents.



Related Links:

Visit Writestart and help your child gain valuable early literacy skills

 

Gifted and talented students - from Te Kete Ipurangi (TKI)

 

The New Zealand Associations for Gifted Children Inc


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