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Giftedness 101 (Psych 101) Paperback – Illustrated, December 12, 2012

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In my estimation Giftedness 101 ranks high among authoritative texts devoted to this particular population of children. It not only offers thorough experience and knowledge-based insights to those who are already or are contemplating serving the social emotional needs of these children in the future, but also those who profess to educate future teachers, those who would venture out into classrooms charged with the teaching and many others besides. It should be required reading for politicians - especially those who shape educational policy."--Gifted and Talented International

"Linda Silverman is an articulate, insightful, authoritative, and extremely "gifted" international expert in the assessment of giftedness...[She] has created a gem with Giftedness 101. The fields of psychology and education should welcome this vibrant book with open arms."

Alan S. Kaufman, PhD
Yale Child Study Center
School of Medicine

"This is a really terrific book! I'm really impressed at how much information has been packed into it, how accessible it is (without talking down to the audience), and how well the author has parsed the many key issues in the world of giftedness. Parents and mental health professionals with find this book incredibly useful. I look forward to sharing it far and wide. I think it is a book that was badly needed and will really fill a niche."

Corin Goodwin
CEO & Executive Director, Gifted Homeschoolers Forum

This is the most thorough history, explanation, and call to action for gifted advocates you will find."--Laughing at Chaos Blog

What is giftedness? Is it the potential for success or is it the experience of being an "outsider"? This book addresses the unique psychological needs of gifted children, which are often manifested as "feeling different," and examines special issues such as gifted children with learning disabilities, gender considerations, implications of socio-economic status, and more.

Giftedness 101 dispels common myths about giftedness and challenges the view that eminence is the true signifier of giftedness. It offers specific guidelines to psychologists, parents, and teachers; describes comprehensive assessment of the gifted; provides support for the twice exceptional; and focuses on the complex inner world of the gifted. The book defines giftedness as a psychological reality with powerful ramifications throughout the lifespan. Giftedness 101 will be a valuable, eye-opening resource for psychologists, educators, and other professionals who work with the gifted, as well as gifted individuals and their families.

Key Features:

  • Provides a concise, accessible overview of one of the most important and challenging topics in psychology and education
  • Examines the concept of giftedness across the lifespan
  • Covers both the intellectual assessment and development of gifted individuals as well as the psychological well-being issues of this population
  • Written by a prominent expert in the field of the psychology of giftedness

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?Linda Silverman is an articulate, insightful, authoritative, and extremely ""gifted"" international expert in the assessment of giftedness?. [She] has created a gem with Giftedness 101. The fields of psychology and education should welcome this vibrant book with open arms.?

Alan S. Kaufman, PhD
Yale Child Study Center
School of Medicine

What is giftedness? Is it the potential for success or is it the experience of being an ?outsider?? This book addresses the unique psychological needs of gifted children, which are often manifested as ?feeling different,? and examines special issues such as gifted children with learning disabilities, gender considerations, implications of socio-economic status, and more.

Giftedness 101 dispels common myths about giftedness and challenges the view that eminence is the true signifier of giftedness. It offers specific guidelines to psychologists, parents, and teachers; describes comprehensive assessment of the gifted; provides support for the twice exceptional; and focuses on the complex inner world of the gifted. The book defines giftedness as a psychological reality with powerful ramifications throughout the lifespan. Giftedness 101 will be a valuable, eye-opening resource for psychologists, educators, and other professionals who work with the gifted, as well as gifted individuals and their families. Key Features:

  • Provides a concise, accessible overview of one of the most important and challenging topics in psychology and education
  • Examines the concept of giftedness across the lifespan
  • Covers both the intellectual assessment and development of gifted individuals as well as the psychological well-being issues of this population
  • Written by a prominent expert in the field of the psychology of giftedness "

About the Author

Linda Kreger Silverman, PhD, is the Director of the Institute for the Study of Advanced Development (ISAD) and its subsidiary, the Gifted Development Center, in Denver, CO. Since 1994, she has served as a visiting professor or adjunct faculty member in psychology and/or education at the University of New South Wales (Australia), Iowa State University, Whitworth University (Spokane, WA), University of Melbourne (Australia), and Carlow College (Pittsburgh, PA.)

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Springer Publishing Company; 1st edition (December 12, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 308 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0826107974
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0826107978
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.71 x 8 inches
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ZooMama
5.0 out of 5 stars solid
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2014
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I'm not an expert, only the gifted parent of a gifted a son, so this review is according to my understanding and use.

For too long I have tried to raise my child as if he were 'normal' knowing also that he wasn't. I can say that because of this book I now understand what I was doing. Having that 'lightning bolt' shoot through me while reading this book, the realization and understanding hit me hard - I am gifted too. As a child I turned chameleon, hid my true self, dumbed myself down to fit in. Always different and alone. Recognizing it in my son as well, I have been unconsciously trying to force his gift to hide as well. I forgot what I was. It hasn't worked and I have only caused backfire and distress in doing that. No more. My sleeping dragon is now awake and I will help my son to awaken his own dragon. Understanding has finally entered our house because of this book, reconciliation and healing has begun and we are moving forward and no longer hiding. My son is in 3rd grade and currently awaiting the districts plan for his 'education' which will be and has been supplemented here at home. He is more than a high achiever, I know that now. I have read through portions of this book with my son, so that he too can understand and recognize himself within it's pages, so he knows he is NOT alone and it is a great thing to be Different. We shed tears together, we hugged and we grinned into each others faces because we get it now.

The e-book rental option is fantastic!

In my understanding, this isn't so much a parent's 'how to raise your gifted kid' guide nor is it a too deep discussion on the psychology. There is a little of the 'how to' but much more of a medium psychology discussion for those who enjoy it (me!!). What this book seems to do is first give background on the history of the psychologists who first developed a knowledge of what 'gifted' people are, how it's changed, the different tests, how the tests work and don't; discusses the misunderstandings and myths of gifted people before moving on the discussions of identifiers, behaviors and the 'lightning bolt' of OEs - over-excitabilities. It progresses on to explain how gifted people are different, how we see the world, how to understand and work with gifted people, how therapy may be beneficial to those who have struggled with the negatives that can happen. More in depth than most 'parent guides' will be, but I want that background knowledge and understanding this book provides. The early chapters seem a bit repetitive, but once past them, it's good.

I recommend this book in conjunction with "Parenting Gifted Kids: Tips for Raising Happy and Successful Gifted Children" by James Delisle. That book does offer easy to read and understand knowledge and ideas which brings about a deeper understanding more quickly than the reviewed book above, for those looking for immediate help. It also offers thoughts from gifted kids of different ages at the end of each chapter. Both carry ideas for being advocates for our gifted children in our schools and communities.
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After all the searching on line for better understanding and help, I chose these two books to start with, there are so many. I may even buy a copy of Delisle's book for my son's teacher and principal. I'm half way through both and quickly have begun putting into use some of the ideas Delisle offers in his book, while the deeper psychological understanding is coming from Silverman's book.
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Jesse Ayers
5.0 out of 5 stars Great content and scholarly references
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2013
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As a parent of a child I believe to be gifted, this book is helping me to not only define, understand, and identify giftedness, but also to get a handle on the scientific literature and debates within the academic community on the topic. At the same time, however, the book is not written like a refereed journal article, but in a far more accessible and "readable" way. The book has opened my eyes to many of the psychological issues that the gifted face, and in particular that giftedness in one area may mask deficiencies in another. Highly recommended reading to those people who want to understand the science behind what has really been a long standing and rather controversial issue in education. The many references make this a fantastic starting point for further reading.

Although the content of the book has been outstanding, the printing of the book itself has unfortunately not been outstanding. The entire book, including the cover, appears to have been printed "too low" on the pages. Consequently there are no page numbers at all in my copy, and even the bottom graphics on the cover have been cut off at the bottom. This is disappointing to be sure, especially for a book that is on the expensive side for a trade paperback. Hopefully this will be corrected in future printings.

UPDATE: I emailed the publisher (Springer) to inform them of the error in printing. A Springer representative replied to me within 15 minutes offering to replace the book. I thought it would be appropriate to update this review with that information, to change the review from 4 to 5 stars, and remove the text "faulty printing" from the title of the review.
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Amy Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars A great guide for all things “ giftedness”
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2023
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Well written, this covers much of the history and ideas surrounding the concept of being gifted. A must read for teachers who have gifted students to better understand their world — the good, bad, and realistic.
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Daedalus
4.0 out of 5 stars Required Handbook
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2014
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The best 'handbook' for understanding gifted children. A lot of stereotypes about gifted children are disabused here, e.g. gifted kids are straight A students and should be good at everything. Best source materials regarding the psychological needs of these special children & discussion regarding Gardener's multiple intelligence theory proves a crucial importance (This model was proposed by Howard Gardner in his 1983 book Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Gardner articulated seven criteria for a behavior to be considered an intelligence.) Gardener's theory of multiple intelligence theory waters down the notion of gifted children, since musical talent is more of a talent and not abstract intelligence. I wish the author discussed more on the different talents vs. abstract intelligence, perhaps in the Bibliography books concerning this area might be located, or the author may pursue another book on this very topic....?
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R Retzler
5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2013
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Speaking as a gifted adult (or former gifted child) with two of my own gifted children, I found this book to be a wonderful resource. It explains quite a lot about the personalities of the gifted and their behavior. This book would be very helpful for a parent who suspects their child may be gifted, or has newly found out that their child is gifted, or even an adult who may be gifted. The book is very easy to read, but it is supported with studies from quite a few of the "big names" in the gifted community.

I have read many books about the gifted, but this one stands out to me because of the coverage of topics and the research contained within. I believe I will find myself referring to this book many times. I'd like to buy a copy for every one of my children's teachers who does not understand what it means to be gifted. (As my husband says, it is sometimes more of a curse than a blessing.)
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Jessica P.
5.0 out of 5 stars Want to learn about giftedness? Read this book.
Reviewed in Canada on January 14, 2022
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Excellent. Highly readable, stuffed with useful information about giftedness, with some parts specifically about twice-exceptionality.

Silverman writes with compassion, rationality, and a deep understanding of the subject matter. I cried several times reading this book, and it was cathartic every time.

Now I want to read everything else she's written.
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1.0 out of 5 stars HE COMPRADO EL LIBRO Y NO ME PERMITE DESCARGARLO PARA MI E-READER NO KINDLE
Reviewed in Spain on February 11, 2019
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He comprado este libro y no hay manera de descargarlo para poder leerlo en mi e-reader que No es un kindle
Deberían explicar que si se compra un e-book en amazon sólo se puede leer en un kindle
Ahora sólo lo puedo leer en el móbil donde No me gusta leer y además no me lo puedo guardar en mi biblioteca
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LargeGandT
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book - possibly the best introduction to giftedness
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 25, 2017
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The book is excellent. It assumes no prior knowledge and provides a lucid introductory account of the subject. As an introduction it does not go into depth on any particular aspect but, that said, it is difficult to conceive of a better general introduction.
The author is one of the foremost international experts on giftedness. Her academic papers and book chapters on twice-exceptional learners, the highly and exceptionally gifted, and the social and emotional needs of the gifted are widely cited and are indispensible reading.
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Adrienne G. Allen
5.0 out of 5 stars A gift for parents and teachers
Reviewed in Australia on November 9, 2020
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I wish they had told about this when I studied education. I would have been a better teacher.
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Cheerioh
5.0 out of 5 stars un point de vue complet et récent
Reviewed in France on May 14, 2013
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Enfin un peu de nouveautés dans ce domaine restreint chez nous à bien peu de spécialiste... On a un horizon complet des différentes découvertes anciennes mises en perspective avec les découvertes récentes. Vraiment quelque chose de très complet en provenance du continent américain (pas forcément pour les néophytes comme son titre semble l'indiquer mais très utile pour les parents d'enfants précoces qui souhaiteraient approfondir le sujet et mieux comprendre le fonctionnement spécifique de leur enfant).
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