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Quick GT Tips and Ideas
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Have questions or want me to co-teach a lesson with you? Email me—I’d love to help!
Picture books are such a fun, powerful way to connect with students! Here is a short list of fantastic growth mindset titles that are perfect for the first weeks of school or as a monthly focus, complete with ready-to-use lesson plans and activities.
Consider adding your GT extensions for the week to your class newsletter! It’s a simple way to let families know how you’re providing challenge, choice, and deeper learning for students.
Gifted students don’t all look the same, and they may exhibit many, but not all, characteristics of giftedness. Look for patterns in how students think, learn, question, create, and respond to challenges.
Your observations matter! A student’s grades or standardized test scores don’t always tell the whole story. Pay attention to the behaviors you consistently see in the classroom.
I’ve created a document with a list of common behaviors and characteristics of GT students to help you recognize and better understand the gifted learners in your classroom.