Expert Advice

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Punishing an UnderachieverThere is no definitive way to explain why some gifted children do not achieve their potential. Likewise, there are no universal solutions.
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Adapt Lessons to Your Child's InterestsPlay to your child's interests in order to motivate him academically.
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Daydreaming at SchoolA smart but distracted child may just need a bit of time to play developmental catch-up.
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Disappointing Achievement Test ScoreMore than one achievement test score needs to be looked at in order to determine if your child's school is providing him and the other students with the education they deserve.
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Speedy Test-TakerHere are some ways you can help your child slow down.
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Sudden Drop in GradesWith an underperforming child, family and school need to work as a team. Here's how to do it.
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Summer SchoolRetention may not be necessary with enough skill-building during the summer.
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RivalsWhen your child is enmeshed in a heated rivalry at school, it's up to you and the teacher to turn down the heat.
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Problems with First-Grade TeacherUnfortunately, sometimes a teacher is just not a good match for a child.
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When Your Child Isn't MotivatedHow can you encourage your child to self-motivate?
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Doodling and DawdlingSome children get distracted during classtime. It can be a problem -- even if their grades aren't affected.
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Choosing to Repeat a GradeIt's rarely a good idea to hold back a good student simply because she wants to stick around.
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When Retention FailsHolding your child back a grade can backfire. What do you do then?
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Acting UpA personality conflict with the teacher can be responsible for a child's acting up in class.
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Mom Intimidated by Gifted TestingFind out what's involved in gifted testing.
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WISC, Stanford-Binet, and Popular TestsFind information about popular tests such as the WISC and Stanford-Binet.
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Personality Conflict Between Teacher and StudentHere's how to respond when your child and her teacher continually butt heads.
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The Problems with RetentionAlthough repeating a grade can initially help a child academically, sometimes doing so can have far-reaching effects.
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Gifted but DistractedMotivate your gifted student to reach his potential.
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TerraNova Test and Gifted ServicesHere's information on the TerraNova test, and what to do if your child is a high scorer.

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