8 year old, "gifted" intellectually, good grades, likes class (normal school), fine socially. Special education needed?

8 year old, "gifted" intellectually, good grades, likes class (normal school), fine socially. Special education needed? We've know our son was very smart since he was young, and were recently encouraged by his teacher to check HOW smart.

I still don't have the IQ yet, but tester has already checked the results and I heard by phone that he is "off the charts". However, we live in a small town, far from special education centers. He does not complain of being bored in class, participates, is well liked, and gets good grades.

He is a sweet, well adjusted kid, plays on the soccer team, gets along well with his siblings and friends, and is clearly a happy person. S mom and I are divorced, and she is all for not changing anything since there is no "problem". I see her point of view - I do not want to cause social problems while trying to help him - but I feel unsure if "doing nothing" is the best course of action.

What are the best books and studies available to me to help understand this situation better? Asked by ed_spain 61 months ago Similar questions: year gifted intellectually grades likes class normal school fine socially Special education needed Education & Reference.

Similar questions: year gifted intellectually grades likes class normal school fine socially Special education needed.

Having been a gifted little girl, I wish I'd had something to think about outside school I went to "gifted" classes, which were supposed to be a challenge... they weren't. I was more interested in problem solving and puzzles, and I wished I'd had an outlet for that at your daughter's age. I tried MENSA, but it was a collection of overstuffed blowhards who cared more about who had the higher IQ than truly using it.As far as books and studies, there really aren't any, which is a shame.

With so few people in the situation we are I guess there isn't much of a market for it. The few books there are don't seem to really understand that gifted people are human, too. Allow your daughter to try everything, regardless of complexity or age restrictions, and find the things she enjoys doing.

Foster it through classes, self-study, or even work experience - if she really wants to get into medicine, let her find ways to get into doctor's offices and clinics and hospitals to really get her hands dirty. For gifted children there is only the barrier of determination, they can do anything they want, even at the tender age of 8.It's just a matter of working hard to get her where she wants to go. My father was not gifted, and I wonder if he was jealous of my capabilities, and my mother was gifted.

My mother did nothing to foster my growth because her mother was overbearing when she was a child.My father was a workaholic and I never saw him. In fact my father spent my University money on his wedding to his new wife (10 months after my mother died, natch). My point is not to whine, but instead to say do what you can for your children!

They both deserve the opportunity to do what they want (not necessarily what you or anything else THINKS they want) and I guarantee they will blossom and do it beyond well. Sources: My opinion .

If your child is gifted (has an exceptionally high IQ), has friends, and is performing well in school, I see no point in uprooting him right now. I would, however, talk to him and ask him what HE would like to do. Even if he deicdes to stay at his school, perhaps you could make other opportunities for enrichment available to him.

Maybe he'd like to play an instrument. Gifted children also enjoy exploring their (usually varied) interests. Make sure that he has an oulet for this, which could include regualr trips to the library, and your support in finding information.

I notice you said that you're trying to "help" him. It seems that nothing is wrong.It sounds more that you're trying to open new avenues for him, which is great. I'm going to recommend some books that should help you better understand your very special child.

Sources: experience prettyface's Recommendations The Social and Emotional Development of Gifted Children: What Do We Know? Amazon List Price: $29.95 Used from: $19.958 Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 (based on 2 reviews) The Gifted Kids' Survival Guide for Ages 10 & Under Amazon List Price: $9.959 Used from: $9.957 Average Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 (based on 10 reviews) Handbook of Gifted Education (3rd Edition) Amazon List Price: $19.958 Used from: $79.958 Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 (based on 1 reviews) The Survival Guide for Parents of Gifted Kids: How to Understand, Live With, and Stick Up for Your Gifted Child Amazon List Price: $19.957 Used from: $9.957 Average Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 (based on 10 reviews) Guiding the Gifted Child: A Practical Source for Parents and Teachers Amazon List Price: $19.958 Used from: $0.85 Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (based on 11 reviews) Hothouse Kids: The Dilemma of the Gifted Child Amazon List Price: $29.957 Used from: $9.959 Average Customer Rating: 3.0 out of 5 (based on 15 reviews) Parent's Guide to Raising a Gifted Child: Recognizing and Developing Your Child's Potential from Preschool to Adolescence Amazon List Price: $19.958 Used from: $9.957 Average Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 (based on 2 reviews) Helping Gifted Children Soar: A Practical Guide for Parents and Teachers Amazon List Price: $19.95 Used from: $9.958 Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (based on 20 reviews) Parent's Guide to IQ Testing and Gifted Education Amazon List Price: $19.959 Used from: $9.957 Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 (based on 7 reviews) Raising Gifted Kids: Everything You Need to Know to Help Your Exceptional Child Thrive Amazon List Price: $19.958 Used from: $9.959 Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 (based on 4 reviews) .