The Queensland Association for
Gifted and Talented Children Inc.
282 Stafford Rd, Stafford, Qld 4053
Telephone: (07) 3352 4288 - Fax: (07) 3352 4388 - Email:
office@qagtc.org.au
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Do You Know This Child?
(Read the Checklist for giftedness below and note all points that apply.) Abstract thinking, eg identifying and solving problems effectively reasoning and arguing logically and creatively generalising and transferring skills/concepts dual focusing intolerance of injustice Early milestones, eg speaking 50+ words at 12 months speaking 4+ word statements at 18 months sitting up at 5 months walking at 10 months reading before school age Sophisticated sense of humour, eg appreciating wordplay and puns loving the ridiculous and the absurd Ability to absorb information rapidly, eg reading advanced or adult material intense focus and drive when interested (Note these are a few possible characteristics as examples for you to consider and to raise general awareness.) Did you tick ANY boxes? If so you probably know a gifted child. Formal assessment may be required to ascertain the degree of giftedness and special educational provisions will be necessary for a gifted child to perform well and maintain good self esteem. The higher the ability, the more at risk is the child if not identified and appreciated. Gifted children need differentiated schooling that includes acceleration and ability grouping. There are many signs of giftedness, some of which may not be obvious to parents and teachers. As part of their precocious development, other characteristics for you to consider are: Remember what is unusual for the general population can be ‘normal’ for the gifted! Remember also that gifted children can have disabilities that mask their potential. For these children a different identification process is advisable. Be careful to involve only professionals who are experienced in working with gifted children. For further information on giftedness contact Judith Hewton at the Queensland Association for Gifted and Talented Children Inc. on tel (07) 3844 3034 email hewt.nim@gil.com.au
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