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Signs that your child maybe be gifted.
According to the National Association for Gifted Children, approximately 5 percent -- or three million children -- in the U.S. are considered gifted. How can your tell if your child is one of them? Here are some of the early signs of a gifted preschooler, from the American Association of Gifted Children at Duke University:
-Learns quickly and remembers easily
-Seems mature for his or her age
-Has a large vocabulary, displays an unusual interest in words, or already reads independently
-Experiments to solve problems
-Prefers older playmates
-Seems sensitive
-Exhibits intellectual curiosity
-Shows compassion for people or animals
-Enjoys puzzles, mazes, and numbers
-Questions authority
-Seems to get bored easily
-Has a high energy level
If you child has several of these characteristics, consider having her assessed by a child development expert. You can also help nurture her natural talents by reading to her and introducing her to interests such as art, music, nature, and sports.
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