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Raising a gifted child is both a joy and a challenge. This award winning book offers practical guidance in key areas of concern for parents, such as peer relations, underachievement, education planning, depression and stress. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. -
When Ben and his friend Andy find an old bottle in the school yard, they little realize the surprises about to be unleashed in their lives. Bound up with this exciting mystery is the story of how Ben is diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome and how he and his family deal with the problems and joys that come along. A great story to help explain and understand autism. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
With information on how strength-based relationships are critical to healthy development, this book outlines seven crucial ""Cs""- competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control - and how to incorporate these concepts into parenting. It includes detailed coping strategies to help children and teenagers deal with the stresses of academic pressure, high achievement standards, media messages, peer pressure, or family tension. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Do you know a child who struggles to get started with things or who resists trying something new? Maybe they argue or have trouble joining other children in conversation and play. Do you hear yourself prompting your child again and again? Learn how to create a positive learning environment for everyone, guiding children towards authentic connections and independence. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Recognising the different levels and kinds of giftedness, this book provides an insight into the challenges and benefits specific to gifted children with attention difficulties such as ADHD and autism. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
This book introduces and applies ideas from the fields of gifted education and talent development to help reflect theory in practice, enabling readers to understand and take action without having to reinvent the wheel. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. -
This book offers clear guidance on how to identify and provide challenge for very young children who are gifted and talented. It combines theoretical perspectives with practical activities, offering an emphasis on providing the best learning opportunities for all, with specialist advice for all staff working in early years settings. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. -
This book offers an insight into what is 'normal' for gifted children, acknowledges the difficulties they experience, and offers pointers for parents and professionals on how to support them at home, in their interaction with siblings and other family members, and at school. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
A practical guide to identifying and supporting young children who may be gifted or talented. This book outlines how to identify and provide educationally for children aged up to 8 years with advanced ability, how to promote a child’s emotional and social development, enhance self-esteem, encourage friendships and support their autonomy. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
In this international bestselling book on parenting, learn effective step-by-step techniques to help you improve and enrich your relationships with your children. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
It's hard being a little kid and its hard parenting that little kid. How do you respond to the toddler who won't brush his teeth? The five-year old who pinches the baby? The child who throws everything that she can reach? In this “survival guide” - part of the How to Talk bestselling series - this book offers readers insights and tried-and-tested strategies for everyday challenges and conflicts with children aged 2-7, helping you to see things from their perspective. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Enjoy more humorous stories in this sequel to Raisin’ Brains: Surviving My Smart Family. Five years on, raising and educating gifted and creative children continues to be full of surprises! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
When her seven-year-old son showed his understanding of the concept of infinity while talking about how zebras all have their own unique patterns of stripes, Wendy Skinner knew that he was going to need something more stimulating than the regular school programme —her son’s gifted intellect and advanced talents were going to be a challenge. This book shares the family’s story of working with the education system. This is linked to the Kindle edition of this publication As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Gifted children and adults are often misunderstood. Their excitement is viewed as excessive, their high energy as hyperactivity, their persistence as nagging, their imagination as not paying attention, their passion as being disruptive, their strong emotions and sensitivity as immaturity, and their creativity and self-directedness as oppositional. This book describes these overexcitabilities, as well as strategies for dealing with children and adults who experience them and offering practical methods for nurturing sensitivity, intensity, perfectionism and more. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Your whole life, you've been taught to avoid making a mess: try to keep everything under control, colour inside the lines, make it perfect, and at all costs, avoid contact with things that stain. Explore what it feels like to throw yourself off balance - on purpose! opening yourself to the possibility of creating something new and unexpected from messy mistakes! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
This book discusses diagnoses commonly given to gifted children and adults, characteristics of gifted children and adults, traits of diagnoses incorrectly given to gifted children and adults, guidelines to avoid mislabelling gifted children, parent-child relationship problems, issues for gifted adults, and advice for selecting a counsellor or health care professional. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Sally Sanders is a perfectionist—if she can’t be the best, she feels like a failure. Sally procrastinates, shies away from new things, and constantly compares herself to others, convinced she’s not good enough. With the help of her teachers and mother, Sally learns how to relax and try new things without worrying so much about being the best. She can just be herself, and that is all she needs. This is linked to the Kindle edition of this publication As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Realistic strategies that strengthen the potential of gifted girls by exploring the characteristics of girls' giftedness; the factors that affect development; issues of resilience, self-efficacy, and personal ethics; and the importance of supportive adults. This book is aimed at both teachers and at parents. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Children with high learning potential or giftedness have remarkable potential. Despite this, these children can struggle to participate in everyday life because of a range of needs that are sometimes misunderstood, overlooked or not adequately addressed, leading to underachievement and, in turn, low self-esteem. Needs that, in many cases, paediatric occupational therapists are best suited to address. Full of examples and with the voices of parents and children at its heart, this book outlines the DME-C tried-and-tested approach to helping children who have challenges relating to their high learning potential, as well as sensory processing differences, unhelpful thought patterns and self-regulation. It draws on the heart of occupational therapy that considers the whole profile of the child, actively caters to the unique profiles of children with dual or multiple exceptionality (DME) and guides therapists towards therapy provision that is strengths-based and achieves favourable outcomes. This resource is essential reading for occupational therapists, SENCOs, education psychologists and other relevant professionals As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Help your gifted, bright, or creative child become resilient and psychologically vibrant, both in and out of the classroom! This book offers essential information for raising and supporting responsible, caring, empathic, and resilient gifted children. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Subtitled "an exciting new approach to raising children that will help you nurture close connections, solve behavior problems, and encourage confidence", this book offers a complete guide to using play to raise confident children, from peekaboo with babies to cracking a joke with teenagers. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Subtitled "The classic guide to helping children develop self-discipline, responsibility, cooperation, and problem-solving skills", this book discusses how to offer positive discipline; focusing on solutions while being kind and firm, where the key is not punishment, but mutual respect.
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While there's no doubt that setting high standards for yourself is a good thing, perfectionism can come at a high price and if you try to change you can fall into the same traps that leave you stressed and disappointed. This book uses over 150 exercises and meditations in mindfulness to help you overcome perfectionism, teaching you to how accept the present moment, become more flexible towards yourself and others and still retain your love of a job well done. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
"I had no idea what “gifted and talented” meant. But I was soon to learn. I was hit in the face with it when my firstborn was nine months old." Humorous and insightful stories about life with an eclectically gifted and creative family! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Boys need to be parented in a different way from girls. This updated and expanded book offers practical and honest advice to parents so that they can recognise the different stages of boyhood and learn how to raise happy, confident and kind young men. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Do you ever wonder why your child behaves the way he or she does? Are you struggling with their tantrums and meltdowns? Are you at the end of your rope? How can you foster a supportive, encouraging, and loving environment for your spirited child? Subtitled “A Guide for Parents Whose Child Is More Intense, Sensitive, Perceptive, Persistent, and Energetic” this guide offers emotional support and proven strategies for handling the toughest times and understanding why your child behaves the way that they do. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
What does it mean to live with, work with, or be a smart girl in the 21st century? This book offers valuable information and advice on supporting or being a girl with high learning potential, with real-life examples. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Based on work by leaders in the field of gifted education, this book offers an in-depth view of the social, emotional, and psychosocial development of children and young people with high learning potential. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. -
A research-informed guide to aspirational teaching, focusing on how embedding higher-level knowledge in the classroom empowers students to succeed and to enjoy learning. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. -
Nurture your child’s extraordinary mind through playful ways, developing crucial qualities like curiosity, independent thinking, initiative, individuality and perseverance with fun ways that fit around your everyday family life with little or no preparation. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. -
The revised and updated 6th edition, of a research-based approach to understanding and parenting children who frequently exhibit severe fits of temper and other challenging behaviours in response to frustrations and who require a different approach to parenting. With a new conceptual framework for understanding their difficulties, teaching these children the skills they lack. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Support the social, emotional, and educational needs of gifted students. This one-of-a-kind book offers advice to help teens understand themselves, relate well to others, and reach their potential in life, thriving in a world that doesn’t always support or understand high ability. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Beatrice Bottomwell has NEVER (not once!) made a mistake. She never forgets her maths homework, she never wears mismatched socks, and she ALWAYS wins the yearly talent show at school. In fact, the entire town calls her The Girl Who Never Makes Mistakes! One day, the inevitable happens: Beatrice makes a huge mistake in front of everyone! But in the end, readers (and perfectionists) will realise that life is more fun when you enjoy everything - even the mistakes! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
This booklet helps schools to understand high learning potential. It covers recognising children with high learning potential in the classroom, myths and realities, asynchronous development, what dual or multiple exceptionality (DME) is, and tips for supporting children with high learning potential in the classroom. -
This Yet finds a way, even when you don't, and, Yet knows you will, when you think you won't. Each of us, from the day we're born, is accompanied by a special companion - the Yet. Can't tie your shoes? Yet! Can't ride a bike? Yet! Can't play the bassoon? Don't worry, Yet is there to help you out. This, inspirational rhyming picture book is for every child frustrated by what they can't do... YET As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
This fun creative book will get you looking at the world in completely new ways. Collect quirky items such as: something miniature, a stain that is green, a used envelope and then apply a randomly dictated alteration - perhaps creating a funny character, adding polka dots, turning it into an article of clothing – the way you look at things will never be the same again! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
First published in 2002, this text offers a comprehensive summary of research conducted about the social and emotional needs of gifted children. This edition (2015) includes additional information on psychosocial variables as predictors of high performance, with a focus in each chapter on diversity issues. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. -
This guide is for gifted children aged 10 and under and helps them to realize that they’re not alone, they’re not “weird,” and that being smart is a bonus, not a burden. Based on a survey of 1,000 gifted kids, readers learn how to cope with high expectations, perfectionism, labels, bullying, friendships, and more. Upbeat, informative, friendly, and compact, this is an essential guide to growing up gifted. This is linked to the Kindle edition of this publication As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
A fun activity book full of hints, tips, themes and handy tasks for writing breath-taking stories. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
This book explains to children what perfectionism is and describes various ways of overcoming it, including developing coping skills, changing one's self-view, and talking to parents or other trusted adults. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Do you worry about making mistakes? This book guides children and their parents through the emotions underlying a fear of making mistakes, using strategies and techniques based on cognitive-behavioural principles. This interactive self-help book educates, motivates and empowers children to cope with mistakes — so that they can explore new territory without fear! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
Ever had trouble starting, keeping, or finishing a journal or sketchbook? Ever wanted to draw outside the lines but were afraid to do it? Through creative and quirky prompts, this journal encourages readers to fill the pages of the book with “destructive acts” like painting with coffee, poking holes in the pages, adding photos and defacing them. Get creative and face your fear of the blank page or perfectionism with this journal. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases -
"I feared this might happen. I knew reading was a dangerous business, but now it's not safe for writers either!... hurry! Time is of the essence and you can't wait any longer. You must WRITE THIS BOOK!" his mystery book teases, prompts, and leads readers through the steps of writing a story with interactive puzzles and games. Readers get the chance to create their own story while enjoying a satisfying mystery as well. companion to the Secret Series. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
