A selection of books on the topic or social and emotional development of particular relevance to children with high learning potential or dual or multiple exceptionality. These books are available to purchase from us or, at no cost to you, we earn commission if you make a purchase through one of the affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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