Dispelling common myths about acceleration, the author describes what it is, what forms it takes and what it can do for gifted students--intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Case studies and illustrations of specific mindsets offer readers a new perspective on how prevailing attitudes have influenced their districts and deprived students of opportunities to develop their talents. This guidebook also presents nuts-and-bolts guidance for: Implementing and applying accelerated learning strategies in different school settings Providing accelerated learning opportunities for underserved groups, such as multicultural and urban poor students

Gifted children have unique social and emotional concerns. Their characteristics, combined with current educational practices, often put them at risk for problems. This best-selling book contains chapters on motivation, discipline, peer relationships, sibling relationships, stress management, depression, and many other issues that parents and teachers encounter daily with these children. It has been called ?The Dr. Spock book? for parents of gifted children. Features Include: ? An ideal introduction to social and emotional concerns ? Practical advice for parents ? Issues from pre-school through adolescence ? Winner of the National Media Award

Dispelling common myths about acceleration, the author describes what it is, what forms it takes and what it can do for gifted students--intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Case studies and illustrations of specific mindsets offer readers a new perspective on how prevailing attitudes have influenced their districts and deprived students of opportunities to develop their talents. This guidebook also presents nuts-and-bolts guidance for: Implementing and applying accelerated learning strategies in different school settings Providing accelerated learning opportunities for underserved groups, such as multicultural and urban poor students