Parent Links

• National Association for Gifted Children
• SENG Supporting the Emotional Needs of the Gifted
• AAGC - American Association for Gifted Children
• Indiana Association for the Gifted
• Northwestern University Center for Talent Development

Book Resources

Guiding the Gifted Child, A Practical Source for Parents and Teachers
James T. Webb, Elizabeth Meckstroth, and Stephanie Tolan

Top Ten Tips for Parenting Achievement-Oriented Children

1. Listen and Support Their Interest
2. Share your Productive Experiences
3. Document Growth and Provide Specific Feedback
4. Address Perfectionism
5. Discuss Giftedness and Developing Abilities
6. Set Study Priorities
7. Discuss Cause and Effects Relationships
8. Discuss the Meaningfulness of School
9. Avoid Sabotaging Their Educational Experience
10. Present a United Image