This paper is a literature review comparing the characteristics and needs of the average gifted child with the disadvantaged gifted child in four areas: (1) cognitive; (2) affective; (3) psycho-motor; and (4) special aptitudes. Numbered items indicate those comparisons that may be contrasted directly between the two groups. All other items are…

The article reviews the background and implications of adjudication hearings of a case in which a gifted specialist was retained while a senior teacher without special training was laid off. (CL)

The article proposes that the teaching of logic is appropriate for the gifted learner; that because teaching of logic aims to develop the powers of reasoning, it is particularly important that young children with superior innate abilities be provided with the skills necessary to maximize their intellectual potential. (Author/SBH)

The Estes Attitude Scales are reviewed for appropriateness of use as diagnostic and identification tools with elementary gifted underachiever populations. It is pointed out that the scales are especially helpful for examining students' attitudes toward school subjects. (SW)

This article explores the problems that occur when gifted children are misdiagnosed with additional exceptionalities. This dilemma is illustrated through a case study of a gifted child diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Guidelines are suggested for careful diagnosis and a diagnostic matrix for interpreting behavior is…

Describes the process of play as a basis for language arts learning by gifted children. (DD)

Considers (1) the intellectual development of a young child as described by J. Piaget, (2) the nature of science and realistic goals of science experiences, (3) curriculum suggestions, and (4) strategies for use of curricular materials with the young, gifted child. (FL)

The article qustions the role of the learning assistance teacher (LAT) in a program for the gifted at the elementary school level. It examines the key features of a program for the gifted and considers the traits, training, responsibilities and model of service delivery for LATs. (Author)

The Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC) factor clusters of the Woodcock-Johnson III Tests of Cognitive Abilities (WJ III COG) were studied with a group of gifted and nongifted individuals. Results found both groups display similar patterns of performance across the CHC factor clusters. Discusses clinical and educational considerations when using the WJ III…

Reviews the Screening Assessment for Gifted Elementary Students (SAGES) noting that, unlike most instruments currently used to identify children who may qualify for gifted education programs, this test was designed specifically for that purpose. Notes a secondary purpose of the test is to reduce bias in the testing of gifted children. (NH)

Discusses a study to determine whether using a specially-designed taxonomy-linked curriculum unit on cities teaches the higher level thinking process of analysis, synthesis, and evaluation to academically gifted students more effectively than a curriculum without such specific materials. Concludes that it does. Results are presented. (Author/DB)

Research on teacher effectiveness in reading instruction is reviewed and implications for gifted students are noted for four areas: reading diagnosis, teacher-directed instruction, opportunities to learn and practice, and engagement in learning. (CL)

The article reviews definitions of giftedness and gifted readers and reviews research on reading for the gifted. Also discussed are strategies and innovative practices that are effective with gifted readers, including interest assessment, learning styles evaluation, curriculum compacting, and the three types of enrichment in the Enrichment Triad…

The article reviews findings in research about gifted readers, instructional materials, and curriculum. Promising teaching strategies are examined including interest assessment, learning styles evaluation, curriculum compacting, and enrichment. Innovative current programs and practices are briefly described. (Author/DB)

This article discusses how schools can best meet the needs of precocious children by giving them access to higher level and more challenging instructional materials. Findings from a study of 40 precocious third and fourth graders are described and the benefits of acceleration are highlighted, particularly grade advancement and advanced placement…