More Than a Test Score

by Schultz, Robert A.

• ISBN13: 9781575422213
• ISBN10: 1575422212
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-10-31
• Publisher: Free Spirit Pub

Summary

We often hear about gifted kids, but seldom from them. Drawing on the voices of thousands of gifted teenagers-kids from around the world who responded to an online survey-this book is a real-life look at what being gifted means to teens today. What is giftedness all about? What's it like to be smarter than some of your friends? What about expectations, mistakes, getting along, going along, gifted programs, and dull days at school? Is it possible for a person to "overachieve"? Includes hundreds of quotes from teens ages 13-19, brief biographies of gifted teens, and activities that invite teens to relate what they're reading to their own lives. Essential reading for any gifted teen-and for adults who seek a better understanding of the bright, talented teens in their care.

Author Biography

Robert A. Schultz, Ph.D., is a professor in Gifted Education and Curriculum Studies at the University of Toledo in Ohio. A writer, speaker, and consultant, he manages the Gifted Kids Speak Web site.

James R. Delisle, Ph.D., has taught gifted children and those who work on their behalf for more than 30 years. He retired from Kent State University in 2008 after 25 years of service as a professor of special education. Throughout his career, James also worked as a part-time teacher of gifted middle school children.

The author of more than 250 articles and 14 books, James' work has been translated into multiple languages, and has appeared in professional journals as well as The New York Times and on The Oprah Winfrey Show. A frequent presenter on gifted children’s intellectual and emotional growth, Jim has addressed audiences in 48 states and numerous nations.

Table of Contents

Introduction	1	(3)
1 What Does It Mean to be a Gifted Teen?	4	(21)
What do you think being gifted means, and what is your reaction to this term?	5	(3)
How did you find out that you are gifted?	8	(4)
Are there times when you try to hide that you are gifted?	12	(4)
What are the best and worst parts about being gifted?	16	(5)
Sometimes gifted people talk about intensities or passions rather than interests. What's the difference?	21	(4)
2 Fitting In with Friends and Peers	25	(21)
How do your friends react to your abilities? What do friends do or say that makes you feel good or bad about being gifted?	26	(7)
Do you ever do anything just to go along with the crowd?	33	(4)
How are you the same as and different from other people your age?	37	(5)
What is it like when you feel smarter than some of your friends?	42	(4)
3 Dealing with Expectations-From Others And Yourself	46	(17)
What do you expect from a person with your abilities?	47	(3)
What do others—adults or friends—expect from you?	50	(7)
How do others react when you make a mistake? How do you react?	57	(3)
Can a person overachieve?	60	(3)
4 Can Your School Keep Up with You?	63	(49)
Describe your typical school day.	64	(3)
Describe your perfect school day.	67	(3)
What are the biggest challenges in school for gifted students?	70	(7)
Does being creative ever get in the way of learning at school? Does it ever get you in trouble?	77	(3)
Are you ever bored in school? If so, what do you do to relieve the boredom?	80	(5)
What activities do teachers do that make learning worthwhile?	85	(8)
Some schools have special programs and teachers for gifted students. Is this a good idea?	93	(4)
If you're in a gifted program, how do you feel about it?	97	(4)
What makes a "gifted teacher"?	101	(5)
How could school be improved?	106	(4)
What will school be like until graduation?	110	(2)
5 Family Life: Being Gifted at Home	112	(22)
What has your family said to you about being gifted? What are their expectations of you?	113	(7)
Do adults in your family ever brag about you or compare you to others? If so, how do you feel about this?	120	(3)
What has your family done to get you interested in new things? What haven't they discussed with you that you think they should?	123	(6)
When are you happiest at home?	129	(5)
6 Here Comes the Future	134	(15)
What would you like to learn that you haven't yet learned?	135	(2)
What are your future plans?	137	(3)
Imagine you are 50 years old. Reflect back on your lire's accomplishments	140	(2)
Are you hopeful?	142	(6)
Is there anything else you would like to share that we haven't asked about?	148	(1)
Keep It Going	149	(2)
About the Authors	151

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