Educating Gifted Students in Middle School

from mandolin

While not an educator, I am the parent of a 7th grader who has been in the AIG program since 3rd grade. This book offered some helpful advice and strategies to help me encourage his love of learning.

from wrmjr66

Susan Rakow has produced a highly readable and broad overview of the issues and opportunities around educating gifted students in early adolescence. While practitioners in schools where gifted education is well-organized aren't likely to find much new here, the book is sure to be a boon to teache...

from Liaeve

I grew up in a gifted student program, starting in the second grade, until graduation. Now I find myself on the road to becoming an educator. there could not have been a more perfect book written for my personal scenario. the tips, tricks, and general knowledge found in this book have already bee...

from SPutman

This is a great resource! I especially love all the suggested reading titles -- fiction and non-fiction -- to offer to these students.

from Carolfoasia

I must admit my bias in reviewing this book. I graduated with honors from high school, college, and graduate school without ever having achieved the illustrious title of "gifted" while in middle school. I have a vivid memory of the blonde-haired counselor with the squeaky voice writing different ...