Books
I Recommend for Indigo Parents
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The
Gifted Kids Survival Guide : A Teen Handbook
y Judy
Galbraith, James R. Delisle, Pamela Espeland (Editor), Jim
Delisle
published October 1996
"Written with help from hundreds
of gifted teenagers, The Gifted Kids' Survival Guide is the ultimate
guide to surviving and thriving in
a world that doesn't always value, support, or
understand high ability. Full of surprising
facts, step-by-step strategies, and practical
how-tos, and inspiring quotations, featuring
insightful essays contributed by gifted young
people and adults, The Gifted Kids' Survival
Guide gives the gifted young reader the tools
needed to understand their giftedness, accept it
as an asset, and use it to make the most of
who and what they are. Of special value is the
section on dealing with a troubled gifted
youngster contemplating suicide, how to be
"net smart" and have safe, fun online relations,
and how to handle teen angst." (from Midwest Book
Review)
I have used the book for children ages 10 and under by the same
authors and I think it is incredibly good. I imagine this would be
just as useful.
The
Gifted Kids' Survival Guide for Ages Ten & Under
by Judy Galbraith, Pamela Espeland, Albert Molnar
(Illustrator)
published November 1998
"First published in 1984,
newly revised and updated, this book has helped countless young gifted
children realize they're not alone
and being smart, talented and creative is a
bonus--not a burden. It answers their questions about why they think and learn the way
they do, and what "giftedness" and IQ really
mean, and how to handle high expectations."
(book Synopsis) "Examines the problems of
gifted and talented students and explains how
they can make the best use of their educational
opportunities, get along better with parents
and friends, and better understand themselves."
(Card catalog description) This book helps
gifted children learn to understand and accept
themselves. I highly recommend it!
The
Survival Guide for Parents of Gifted Kids : How to Understand,
Live With, and Stick Up for Your Gifted Child
by Sally Yahnke Walker, Susan K. Perry
published March
1991
I highly recommend this one, too. It gives good information
about gifted children and suggestions on working with them.
Managing
the Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted: A Teacher's Survival
Guideby Connie C. Schmitz, Judy Galbraith
published
February 1985
Characteristics of gifted children are explained as
well as emotional and social needs of gifted students. Particularly
good for new teachers of the gifted who may be unfamiliar with the
particular needs of these students.
Bringing
Out the Best : A Resource Guide for Parents of Young Gifted Children
by Jacquelyn Saunders & Pamela Espeland
published
Feb. 1991
A must read according to several reader reviews. Includes
both research based information and anecdotal info. Extensive resource
and further reading list.
Guiding
the Gifted Child : A Practical Source for Parents and
Teachers
by James T. Webb, Elizabeth A. Meckstroth,
Stephanie S. Tolan (Contributor), published March 1989
Mixed reviews - the negative ones say it is
alarmist and talks about problems of gifted children. I have this and have found it
useful, but it's a bit boring. I think it is important to be aware of
the dangers of not supporting a child's talents.
You
Know Your Child Is Gifted When... :: A Beginner's Guide to Life on
the Bright Side
by Judy Galbraith, Ken
Vinton (Illustrator), Pamela Espeland
(Editor)
published June 1000
From the
publisher - Free Spirit Publishing - "Got a Young
Harry Potter?
Every child does and says things that are
surprising to parents and teachers. But some kids
are clearly bright. They demonstrate an
understanding for concepts beyond their
years. They're nimble with numbers or are whizzes
at putting things together (as well as taking
them apart). Welcome to life with a gifted
child. Five percent of today's kids are
gifted. Think of them as young Harry Potters:
smart,
curious, imaginative, and ready to be
challenged. Author Judy Galbraith, a leader in
gifted education, has gathered the wisdom of
educators, researchers, parents, and kids in this
easy-to-use "beginner's guide to life on the
bright side." Full of useful information,
from jargon-free explanations of current concepts
and theories, to hands-on tips for coping with
school, teachers, and testing, this is the
perfect book for parents who suspect their child
is gifted and who want to help their gifted child
shine!" A reader reviewer on Amazon disliked it
because it only talks about kids identified as
gifted in preschool or earlier. It is probably
good to help with early identification.
Helping
Gifted Children Soar : A Practical Guide for Parents and
Teachers
by Carol A. Strip, Gretchen
Hirsch (Contributor)
published October
2000
Highly recommended by parents.
Gifted
Grownups: The Mixed Blessings of Extraordinary Potential
by Marylou Kelly Streznewski, published March 1999
"The shelves are full of advice on nurturing gifted kids, but
Streznewski is alone in addressing, for the general reader, what
happens to those kids after high
school. Writer-educator Streznewski interviewed
a highly diverse collection of 100 gifted
adults
to see what her own gifted children--and her -->
--students--would face in the "real world." The author chose many -->
--interviewees
according to informal criteria for giftedness
that she developed as a teacher: curiosity and
energy, speed, sensitivity, heightened
perception, sophistication and humor, and some
acceptance of the reality that one is
"different." After defining giftedness,
Streznewski examines old and new research on
the nature of intelligence and other gifts and
explores ways gifted people hide their
talents. Other topics include special
challenges within families, at school, as young
adults, and in seeking challenging work; the
plight of gifted dropouts and criminals; and
how giftedness affects relationships, roles
available to women, and the capacity of
seniors to continue to contribute. Thanks to
Streznewski's generous quotations from her
interviewees, it is an involving study."
by Mary Carroll of Booklist
The
Indigo Children : The New Kids Have Arrived
by Lee Carroll
and
Jan Tober, published May 1999
Essays by many sources about the
Indigo Children. Have you heard about the Indigo Children? This is very interesting
and IMPORTANT information for parents of gifted children! This is THE
main book on Indigo Children. Most Indigos are gifted children - and
that's why it's in this section.
Perfectionism: What's Bad About Being Too Good
by Miriam
Adderholt-Elliott and Jan Goldberg
(re)published in July 1999
Is your child a perfectionist? Is he panicking about getting an A-?
This is an outstanding reference for parents who think their bright
child should be getting all A's and can't understand why they are
procrastinating on doing assignments or are very nervous about
tests. This will give you effective ways of helping your child.
This is my favorite book on the topic of perfectionism that I have
read so far. I highly recommend this one!! When I was first in
graduate school (1990 - so this must be a republication) and extremely
perfectionistic myself, this little book helped me IMMENSELY to
overcome the intensity and tone it down to where I could accept
myself. I learned to prioritize and put the appropriate amount of
effort into things. The book presents it in a fun and understandable
way - so much that they list this book as a children's book - Well, I
think it would be good for any readers.
The
Gifted & Talented Question & Answer:For Ages 4-6 (Gifted and
Talented Series)
by Susan Amerikaner,
Larry Nolte
(Illustrator), published November 1995
A
children's book. I don't have any information
about this one.
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