Challenging exceptionally bright children in early childhood classrooms

"Nearly every early childhood classroom has an exceptionally bright child-from the child who starts reading independently at age three to the child who would rather take apart his tricycle than ride on it. This book's strategies help educators create a richer learning environment where exc...

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Main Author: Gadzikowski, Ann (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: St. Paul, MN : Redleaf Press, [2013].
Edition: First edition.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Characteristics of exceptionally bright children
  • Assessment and identification of exceptionally bright children
  • Differentiation: adapting the curriculum, teaching practices, and the learning environment
  • Conversation: asking questions and providing authentic feedback
  • Connection: helping children learn from each other
  • Classroom strategies for the early reader
  • Classroom strategies for the advanced mathematician
  • Classroom strategies for the young scientist
  • Classroom strategies for supporting social-emotional development
  • Working with parents and families of exceptionally bright children.