What Parents Need to Know about Smart Kids – Half-Day Workshop
Presented by Northwest Gifted Child Association
**Onsite kids program available for grades K-5, provided by Imagine Children’s Museum. More info below**
Past attendees say… “This presentation was a true eye opener” “greatly changed my perspective”
“amazed at how many things applied to my daughter” “helped me to better understand not only my child, but myself” “I learned so much – despite the reading I’d already done” “life-changing” Satisfaction Ratings 4.8/5.0 – 100% would recommend to a friend
Many parents are surprised to learn that their bright child’s unique “quirks” are actually well-studied social & emotional behavior patterns that appear across large populations of highly intelligent children. Whether it’s refusing to wear shirts with buttons or tags, overreacting to the slightest criticism, gravitating to play with older children, anxiety about trying something new, or preferring a book to a playdate, many perplexing behaviors are common in this population. Learn what’s normal, what to expect as they grow, and why full-time hicap programs are optimal for kids’ social and emotional development, as well as developing their academic talents. Participants will be seated with parents of similar aged kids to facilitate discussion during the workshop.
$40 registration, $10 for a second family member
- Solids, Liquids and Chemical Creations: Students investigate the properties of matter and experiment with non-Newtonian substances.
- Topsy Turvy: Students learn the cultural, historical and scientific significance of tops. They will use a collection of tops to test balance, motion, gravity and energy.
$30 for the first child, $25 for each additional sibling
Note that this children’s program is only open to those whose parent is on site attending our parent workshop for the entire time. There are a few slots for older, responsible students grades 6+ to serve as helpers. Please inquire at info@nwgca.org
Topics Covered:
- The Bell Curve
- Assessment & Identification
- Asynchrony
- Twice Exceptionality
- Executive Function
- Neuroscience of Intelligence
- Emotional Characteristics
- Intensity, Sensitivity & Perfectionism
- Overexcitabilities
- Anxiety
- Coping with Extreme Emotions
- Imposter Syndrome
- Food Issues
- Social Justice
- Existential Angst
- Introverts, Extroverts, Conformists & Independents
- Social Maturity & Social Mismatch
- School Fit: Level, Pace, Peers
- Preventing Underachievement
- Coaching for Persistence & Grit
- Program Models
- Learning Styles: Visual Spatial
- 7 Continuums of Cognitive Diversity
- Recommended Books, Articles & Resources
PLUS specific activities & discussion throughout to help you build your personalized parenting plan