Common Gifted Characteristics and Behaviors
While no two gifted children are the same, many share common gifted characteristics and behaviors, such as:
Curious - exceptional interest in a variety of topics, asks probing questions
Creative - imaginative ideas and solutions, keen sense of humor
Quick to learn - remembers with few reminders, comprehends easily
Logical - superior problem-solving skills, makes connections and sees relationships, understands abstract ideas by reasoning facts
High Self Standards - is self-critical and self-corrects, may struggle with perfectionism
Independent - shows responsibiity, likes to differentiate work and self from others
Asynchronous - converses easier with adults than peers, may have high intellect and underdeveloped motor skills
Range of Interests - may have a range of interests or a select interest developed in great depth, advanced vocabulary
Intense - concern for world problems and fairness, sensitive, feels and/or expresses emotions deeply
Gifted individuals excel in their ability to think, reason, and judge, making it necessary for them to receive special educational services and support to be able to fully develop their potential and talents. Gifted services include strategies and supports designed to meet their unique needs.