Characteristics of the gifted child

June 21, 2008

I constructed this checklist of observable traits that gifted kids might display:

- has a unique learning style

- is a faster learner

- is developmentally advanced

- is very curious; asks complex questions

- gives complicated, detailed explanations

- is quick to grasp relationships

- organizes information in new ways

- often has varied interests

- has a more abstract thought process

- seem ambiguity in "factual" information

- usually has a good memory

- enjoys working independently

- has a strong moral character

- may be natural leader

- tends to be expressive

- is often a perfectionist

- has a highly developed sense of humor

- often sees many solutions to a problem

- has a longer attention span

- may be very intense, sensitive

- is hilgy energetic

- like to be best in everything

- may prefer company of older children

- is not necessarily gifted in all areas

- is committed to areas of interest