Gifted Development Center, a service of The Institute for the Study of Advanced Development Linda Kreger Silverman, Ph.D.
Compared to other children your child's age, to what extent do these descriptors fit your child. Rate each characteristic: Not True -- Uncertain -- True -- Very True
- Reasons well (good thinker)
- Learns rapidly
- Has extensive vocabulary
- Has an excellent memory
- Has a long attention span
- Does the child stay with tasks for long periods of time?
- Sensitive (feelings hurt easily)
- Shows compassion
- Perfectionistic
- Intense
- Morally sensitive
- Has strong curiosity
- Perseverant when interested
- Has high degree of energy
- Prefers older companions/adults
- Has a wide range of interests
- Has a great sense of humor
- Early or avid reader (If the child is too young to read, is intensely interested in books)
- Concerned with justice, fairness
- Judgement seems mature for age at times
- Is a keen observer
- Has a vivid imagination
- Is highly creative
- Tends to question authority
- Shows ability with numbers
- Good at jigsaw puzzles
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