The National Association for Gifted Children says gifted children can think and learn well. They score in the top 10 percent in math, music, language, art, dance, or athletics.
When Is A Child Considered Gifted?
There's no general description of giftedness, but gifted youngsters tend to have the following features.
Characteristics Of Gifted Children
These features are common in gifted children:
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Intellectual
- High-IQ.
- Developmentally advanced.
- Has a special gift, like painting or math. They manipulate mathematics or make realistic visuals.
- Has advanced language development, such as a large vocabulary or the capacity to talk in sentences sooner than peers.
- Can remember and recall complex material from books and films.
- Understands abstract and sophisticated ideas.
Creative
- Thinks creatively.
- Is quick-witted and funny.
- Imagines and fantasizes.
- Independent and indifferent to societal standards.
- Open to new experiences and diverse interests.
Behavioral
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- Unusually active.
- Is insatiably inquisitive.
- Long-term focus.
- Loves hobbies.
- Determined and persistent in important matters.
Social and emotional
- Feels intensely.
- Feels others' emotions deeply.
- Feels unique and self-aware.
- Needs emotional support and quickly hurts.
- Idealistic and just.
- High morality.
- Frustrated when unable to satisfy self or others' expectations.
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What Is The IQ Of An Intellectually Gifted Child?
Average intellect is 85–115, while brilliant kids have IQs of 130. IQs above 150 are gifted. An IQ of 120 may qualify a youngster for a school district's gifted program, although even basic standards differ by state.
IQ and achievement tests are used to identify brilliant children, but other techniques exist. Other objective and subjective measures identify talented children.
When To Test Your Child For Giftedness
Experts disagree on when and whether preschoolers should be gifted-tested. Experts believe that IQ testing in children under 6 is challenging. IQ is simply one of several factors assessed before a kid is gifted.
If your kid attends preschool, ask the school for a child development expert or instructor who examines gifted children. Teachers and parents may write their opinions. Feedback, test results, kid interviews and observations are generally examined together.
Your child's pediatrician may recommend a giftedness expert. Health insurance may fund private testing, which is costly.
Can Gifted Children Also Have Autism Or ADHD?
Yes. Gifted children might have autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, or learning disabilities. A "twice-exceptional" talented youngster has one or more of these conditions. Dyslexic children have higher IQs than the general population, according to studies.
Disabilities are often discovered before giftedness. Child development specialists may assess you. If you think your kid may be twice-exceptional and high-achieving, talk to your physician about ways to meet their educational demands.
Identifying Gifted Children From Underrepresented Communities
Children from historically underrepresented groups, economically underprivileged households, and English-language learners are typically disregarded for giftedness.
Find a sensitive child development expert to examine your kid if any of them apply. Ask your child's instructor to spot hidden skills.
How To Inspire Your Gifted Child
Most talented toddlers don't require a particular program immediately, but numerous ways exist to push them at home. Examples:
- Give your youngster fun props to act out real-life or made-up scenarios.
- For creativity, inspiration, and exploration, read to your youngster.
- Carefully guide your youngster through older children's games and puzzles to avoid frustration.
- Visit interactive museums, libraries, and other kid-friendly venues with your child.
- Find kids with similar intelligence. Your youngster may prefer older kids to connect to.
Emotional & Social Challenges Of Being A Gifted Child
Giftedness offers opportunity but also emotional and social obstacles. Parents and other people must assist talented children because they see the world differently.
Imagine being five years old, reading at a third-grade level, with the physical abilities of a younger kid and comparable social skills to other five-year-olds. Most talented children exhibit asynchronous development, meaning they're ahead in some areas, on par in others, and behind in others. This gap makes you vulnerable.
Gifted kids recognize they're "different." They may feel lonely or bullied. They may conceal their talents to blend in with other children.
Because they think faster than they can speak or worry about matching expectations, gifted adolescents may get very irritated. Consult a mental health specialist if your kid is abnormally angry or irritated.
