Monthly Archives: July 2009
Characteristics of Gifted Children
Being the parent of and raising a gifted child can be very exciting and rewarding yet just as daunting as well. But first, how do you as a parent recognize the characteristics of a gifted child? Definitions and perceptions of what exactly constitutes a gifted child vary among those experts in this field of child … Continue reading
Parenting Gifted Children
Since gifted children develop a much faster rate than what is considered normal, parenting gifted children will require adjustments in parenting as well as teaching in order to continue their development at an optimal rate. A gifted child’s development can pose some interesting problems for the parent because although the child is cognitively advanced they … Continue reading
Teaching Children vs Child Learning
One of the great benefits to teaching children at home is the flexibility that you have as a parent. Each family can literally choose the homeschool curriculum or educational experience that best suits their own family values, philosophy, and schedule. Then this approach can be adjusted as the family’s needs may change. Probably one of … Continue reading
Reading Skills Teaching
Reading skill teaching to your child is one of the first basic tasks that a homeschooling parent undertakes. After all, if we don’t get that part accomplished, just about any other subject becomes a moot point. But as you research, ponder, and ultimately decide upon a reading program either packaged, self developed or a little … Continue reading