An Interview with Wenda Sheard: Gifted in Paris
An interview summarizing Wenda Sheard’s presentation in Paris about the social and emotional characteristics of gifted children and similarities with third culture kids. She discusses alienation, flexibility, educational myths, influences and resources, and practical advice for parents and schools supporting gifted third culture children.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Guidance for parent–teacher conferences that emphasizes whole-child development. Parents should prepare questions about academic, social, and emotional growth, communicate constructively with teachers, celebrate classroom successes, support learning needs, and explore appropriate enrichment. Includes sample questions to better understand a child’s behavior and abilities.
Tips for Selecting the Right Counselor or Therapist For Your Gifted Child
This post advises parents of gifted children on counseling: seek preventive guidance, join parent support groups, use relevant books, and consider professional assessment if anxiety, depression, or interpersonal problems persist. Shop for professionals knowledgeable about giftedness, involve parents in therapy, and use medication only when necessary.
SENG-Model Parent Support Groups
This article describes the SENG-Model Parent Support Groups, a ten-week program developed to help parents of gifted children address social and emotional needs. It outlines topics covered, training expansion, participant outcomes, and encouragement to establish local groups and facilitator training.
What Your Kids Want You To Know
Fifth graders shared eight key messages for parents of highly able children: allow transition time after school, let them work independently, respect their ideas, help them manage feelings, provide movement, acknowledge overexcitabilities, create bedtime routines, and open communication channels at home.