Gifted Resources
General Resources:
- DCSD Gifted Programming Website
- Colorado Department of Education - Gifted Information
- Colorado Association for Gifted and Talented (CAGT)
- National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC)
- Douglas County Association for Gifted and Talented (DCAGT)
Gifted Organizations (links):
Gifted Expert Websites/Blogs (links):
- www.byrdseed.com (Ian Byrd)
- www.giftedguru.com (Lisa Van Gemert)
- Hoagies Gifted Blog Hops (subpage on Hoagies' Gifted Education page)
- https://raisinglifelonglearners.com/blog/ (Colleen Kessler)
Gifted Experts we follow on Twitter:
- @wcgtc (World Council for Gifted and Talented Children)
- @IanAByrd (Ian Byrd - www.byrdseed.com)
- @gifted_guru (Lisa Van Gemert - www.giftedguru.com)
- @GiftedHF (Gifted Homeschoolers)
- @SENG_Gifted (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted)
- @HoagiesGifted (www.hoagiesgifted.org)
- @drdanpeters (Dr. Dan Peters - http://drdanpeters.com/)
Other Resources (links):
- Colorado Department of Education (CDE) - Office of Gifted Education
- Douglas County School District (DCSD) - Gifted Programming
- Hoagies' Gifted Education page ("all things gifted" resources)
- NAGC's Book Recommendations
- The Davidson Institute - Gifted Resource Database
- Gifted Education Resources - Live Binder by Jennifer Ritchotte, Ph.D., UNCO
- Renzulli Center for Creativity, Gifted Education and Talent Development - UCONN
Educational Programming:
- FAQs about Gifted Education (NAGC)
- Glossary of Terms (NAGC)
Social Emotional Resources:
- SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted ): a nonprofit group that empowers families and communities to guide gifted and talented individuals to reach their goals: intellectually, physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. SENG provides various articles, resources, conferences and online groups, as well as a book study/parent support group model which Jeffco offers during the evenings.
- NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): not GT-specific, but does have great support groups, conferences, etc.
- Gifted Haven (an online forum for young people)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK
- "Mellow Out" They Say. If I Only Could. Intensities and Sensitivities of the Young and Bright by Michael Piechowski
- The Smart Teens Guide to Living With Intensity by Lisa Rivero
- Misdiagnosis and Dual Diagnosis of Gifted Children and Adults by James Webb, Edward Amend, Nadia Webb, Jean Goerss, Paul Beljan and Richard Olench
Twice Exceptional Learners:
- The 2e Newsletter (Glen Ellyn Media)
- Seth Perler - Executive Function & 2e Coach
Understanding Giftedness:
- 12 Traits of Giftedness (NAGC)
- Twelve Traits of Giftedness: A Non-Biased Profile (CDE)
- Myths about Gifted Students (NAGC)
Understanding Giftedness:
Parent Resources:
Book: Freeing Your Child from Anxiety by Dr. Tamar Chansky
Book: Anxiety Free Kids: An Interactive Guide for Parents and Children by Dr. Bonnie Zucker
Book: What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide for Overcoming Anxiety by Dawn Huebner
Work by Dr. Dan Peters (@drdanpeters)
- WEBSITE
- Blog
- Parent Footprint Podcast
- Books/Guides
- Video: What does anxiety look like?
- Video: Helping kids overcome their fears
- Article: Ten Steps for Parents and Kids to Tame the Worry Monster by Dr. Dan Peters
Perfectionism:
Parent Resources:
Hoagies Gifted Education Website (section on perfectionism)
Book: What to Do When Good Enough isn't Good Enough: The Real Deal on Perfectionism: A Guide for Kids by Thomas S. Greenspon
Book: Moving Past Perfect: How Perfectionism May be Holding Back Your Kids (and You!) and What You Can Do About It by Thomas S. Greenspon
Article: Tips for Parents: Perfectionism Resources by the Davidson Institute for Talent Development
Article: Tips for Parents: Perfectionism and the Profoundly Gifted Child by E. Meckstroth
Article: Perfectionism NAGC
Overexcitabilities:
Parent Resources:
Article: The Gift of Emotional Overexcitabilities by Regina Hellinger
Article: Overexcitability and the Gifted by Sharon Lind
Book: Living with Intensity: Understanding the Sensitivity, Excitability, and the Emotional Development of Gifted Children, Adolescents, and Adults by Susan Daniels and Michael Piechowski
Tool: Strong Emotions Survival Guide compiled by Douglas County Schools
Tool: A Shopping List for Kids (and Adults) with Intensities by Ian Byrd
Peer Relationships:
Parent Resources:
- Article: Tips for Parents: Anxieties, Sensitivities and Social Struggles Among Profoundly Gifted Kids by Foley Nicpon
- Article: The Developmental Phases of Social Development by Linda Silverman
- Book: Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boys, and the New Realities of Girl World by Rosalind Wiseman
- Book: Masterminds and Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker-Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World by Rosalind Wiseman
- YouTube Video: Playing and Staying Safe on the Internet