This video introduces Edward de Bono's "Six Thinking Hats", tools that give people six specific ways to think when they're working with others: facts, emotions, positive, negative, creativity, and organization. They're perfect for improving small group and whole group discussions.
Steve Schroeder-Davis continues his series on book recommendations for underrepresented gifted populations with the novel If I Ever Get Out of Here.
Steve Schroeder-Davis breaks down the use of realistic fiction and biographies as a tool to find friends and peers for gifted kids, especially those living in poverty, from under-represented populations, or with multiple exceptionalities.
A live video explaining how gifted students’ deep interests can be both positive and negative.
Trying to teach without social data is like flying blind. In this video, we'll explore a quick way to gather information about students' friendships.
Dig into characters by analyzing their various talents using Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. This connects perfectly with social-emotional needs as students look at their own strengths and abilities.
Allison Edwards describes her fifth tool for reducing anxiety: 5 Question Rule.
Jade Rivera continues her series on the types of gifted students, looking at Type 3: The Underground.
Allison Edwards describes her fourth tool for reducing anxiety: Worry Time.
Allison Edwards explains her third anxiety reduction tool: Brain Plate.
Jade Rivera continues her series on types of gifted students, looking at Type 2: The Challenging.
Allison Edwards explains her second anxiety reduction tool, Change The Channel.
Allison Edwards explains her first anxiety reduction tool, Square Breathing
In the conclusion to our personality series, we'll combine the four personality traits to find a student's personality type.
Gifted students often excel in many fields. This trait, known as "multipotentiality," has many benefits, but can also make life choices more complicated for gifted kids.
Jade Rivera continues her series looking at the six types of gifted students with Type 1: The Successful.
In this fourth video on personality types, we examine thinkers vs feelers and learn from research how gifted kids vary from the general population.
A gifted student's abilities will develop at vastly different rates. This defining characteristic of gifted students can lead to frustration and a feeling of being alone. Let's learn more about this trait.
