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| |  Q: I suspect my child is gifted. Where can I get more information or have my child tested? A: Guidelines for identifying potentially gifted children In the literature on gifted children several indicators of giftedness are provided. It is possible that all children will show some of the characteristics listed. Although the following guidelines are not meant to be total reliable indicators of a child's ability, it will assist parents to know what kinds of things to look for that they may otherwise miss. Dr Linda Kreger Silverman provides the following characteristics of giftedness: • Reasons well (good thinker) • Learns rapidly • Has extensive vocabulary • Has an excellent memory • Has a long attention span (if interested) • Sensitive (feelings hurt easily) • Shows compassion • Perfectionistic • Intense • Morally sensitive • Has strong curiosity • Perseverant in their interests • Has high degree of energy • Prefers older companions or adults • Has a wide range of interests • Has a great sense of humor • Early or avid reader (if too young to read, loves being read to) • Concerned with justice, fairness • Judgment mature for age at times • Is a keen observer • Has a vivid imagination • Is highly creative • Tends to question authority • Has facility with numbers • Good at jigsaw puzzles or mazes. Dr Silverman has found that 84% of the children whose parents say that they fit ¾ of the characteristics set out above, score at least 120 IQ (the superior range). The following can also be added to this list: • Advanced development through the developmental milestones • Highly alert to the external environment during infancy • Less need for sleep during infancy • Vivid imagination • Desire to direct others in play and in group activities As a parent of a gifted child you face the challenge of keeping this gifted, inquisitive child busy! This can be a very daunting task. If you do think your child is gifted, it's important to do some learning of your own to understand your child's personality and abilities to better match activities and toys to the child's interests. This includes not only interests, but gender differences, learning differences and personality differences. You can view the MAGIC database of resources by clicking here. For more specific information, please contact the testing co-ordinator closest to where you live. CLICK HERE for contact details. Q: I have allowed my membership of Mensa to lapse and would like to rejoin. Do I have to rewrite the test? How can I update my membership? Q: ONLINE IQ TESTS - I did one online that says 'Mensa Approved'. Do you accept these results?
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