Introduction
This page will review some new books out there which are highly relevant to raising a gifted child. It is organized alphabetically by BOOK TITLE.
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Sheri
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Bringing out the Best:A Guide for Parents of Young Gifted Children
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A useful resource in that it provides some activities for parents to engage in with their child. Well written. |
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If you do have your child tested using either of these instruments, I would recommend that you get this book. Although it is geared towards the professional and can be quite technical at times, it is worth the read. Will help you prepare your children for the wording of the questions asked during the test (but does not have test items in it). It will also assist you in interpreting your child's test scores.
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By Ellen Winner, Boston University The above book is linked through the Mega Society. Thanks to Michele for bringing this link to our attention. I have not linked this book to Chapters.ca as the Mega Society will receive a small donation if the book is purchased through their link to Amazon.com.
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Recommended by Teresa, this site contains books pertaining to gifted issues -- a wonderful site. Unfortunately, this site is based in the U.S.A., so please be forewarned that the prices are in American dollars and to remember to include shipping and duty charges when considering purchasing a book from this site. |
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A book for teachers and parents, includes chapters on assessment, manners, and education. Recommended by Ceci.
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Stand Up for Your Gifted Child: How to make the most of kids' strengths at school and at home.
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By Joan Franklin Smutny. (2001). Free Spirit Publishing, Minneapolis, MN. This book has plenty to offer the parent of a gifted child as they negotiate the school system. With chapters that start at the basics of 'giftedness' (e.g., Advocacy is...Understanding Giftedness) and move to understanding the whole child through their gifts (e.g., Helping Your Child Cope with Friendships, Family, and Feelings, Guiding Your Child with Helpful Discipline), this book is more than just a 'How to' book, it is a 'How it is' book. What I found most helpful was that the book explored 'advocacy' without any of the confrontational assumptions that often go along with it. Joan Smutny does a wonderful job teaching us that advocacy is a '...frame of mind -- even a way of life. It's the vision, resiliency, and unflagging determination of parents to teach their children skills for surviving and thriving.' (p. 3). That being said, of course the book also discusses great techniques that work when we do advocate for our children outside of the home -- from the classroom level to the legislative level (unfortunately, this book is based in the U.S.A.). A great stand - alone book, it can also be used as a gateway to more in-depth study and knowledge. I would recommend that anyone who is starting out newly on the road of gifted education purchase this book. Those of you who have spent some time researching giftedness and what it means for your child, would do well to see if your local library has a copy.
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A book on developing your child's potential. Some good advice regarding what to look for in the classroom that your child is in. Some of the ideas can be applied to the child who is homeschooled.
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By Natalie Prezeau. (2001). Word of Mouth Production. Hushian House, Toronto, Ontario. 2nd Ed. This is not be specifically about gifted children. But if you've got children and live or visit Toronto, then this is an awesome book that once you've had, you'll wonder how you did without. Every conceivable place (and even those you haven't imagined) can be found within its pages. The categories she covers include: Interactive museums, intriguing machines, nature's call, festivals, farms, arts and culture, etc. For each place she describes the place from her and her family's perspective (they have two bright, energetic children). This account is candid, fun and very informative. Of course, she also details the cost of attending, the location, amusements near-by, tips for visiting, and age ranges which most often find the event fun and exciting.
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