Serving the preschool gifted child: Programming and resources

Serving the preschool gifted child: Programming and resources

Highlighting the unique educational needs of gifted and high ability preschoolers, this article guides the reader to consider the characteristics of young gifted children along with appropriate assessment practices in planning educational programming. A triarchic approach to programs and services fo...

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Published in:Roeper review Vol. 29; no. 4; pp. 271 - 276
Main Authors: Cukierkorn, Jesse R., Karnes, Frances A., Manning, Sandra J., Houston, Heather, Besnoy, Kevin
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Bloomfield Hills Taylor & Francis Group 01-01-2007
Routledge
Taylor & Francis Inc
Subjects:
Ability
Children & youth
Childrens Rights
Early Childhood Education
Educational Environment
Educational Needs
Evaluation
Families & family life
Gifted
Gifted education
Integrated Curriculum
Internet
Learning centers
Motor Development
Parent Participation
Parent School Relationship
Parents & parenting
Preschool Children
Preschool Education
Reggio Emilia Approach
Skill Development
Teaching Methods
Young Children
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Summary:Highlighting the unique educational needs of gifted and high ability preschoolers, this article guides the reader to consider the characteristics of young gifted children along with appropriate assessment practices in planning educational programming. A triarchic approach to programs and services for gifted preschoolers is outlined with major emphases on an integrated curriculum, ongoing evaluation, and parental involvement. Specific strategies including internet resources are described to guide practitioners in providing optimal learning environments for this distinctive student population.
ISSN:0278-3193
1940-865X
DOI:10.1080/02783190709554422