ABSTRACT

Each of the resources in the 25 tips are ready for the parent's use. Find a tip to use to start a conversation with a teacher, friend, fellow parent, or administrator. Do they agree with it? Is it applicable to their child or school? Exploring each tip brings the parent more wisdom when it is time to make those tough decisions. Understand that children of high intelligence can seem odd. They need more than room to do their homework. They need informed and active parents. These teens from 6th grade to graduation need a parent to provide a specific nurturing environment for their needs. They are not like the average learner. With a few simple adjustments and the utilization of active strategies the Smart Kid can soar to even higher success as a well-adjusted adult. Take the time to research the resources provided at the end of each chapter. Explore the opinions and suggestions of professionals and other parents who have studied and written about serving Smart Kids.