Book Group for Parents of Gifted and Talented Children

Wilmette Public Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL | Get Directions »
$200.00

What: Guided Discussion Group for Parents of Gifted Children, Tweens and Teens (6 session series)

Facilitator:     Sharon Collins, Gifted Ed. Specialist, SMPG Certified Facilitator:  goingifted@gmail.com

Cost:               $200.00 (Covers A Parent’s Guide to Gifted Children and 6 SENG Model sessions for one or two parents/significant adults and all printed materials.)

Registration Deadline:    Monday, December 31, 2012 (Space is limited! Please contact Sharon for registration form.) 

Session Topics:

1. Characteristics and Identification of the Gifted
2. Communication and Relationships (family, friends, peers)
3. Motivation, Underachievement and Breaking Traditions
4. Discipline and Self-Management
5. Intensity, Perfectionism, Idealism, Unhappiness and Depression
6. Complexities of Successful Parenting

Objectives:

• Establish an environment in which parents of talented children can receive support, guidance and professional advice through discussion with other parents and trained leaders
• Develop parenting skills to nurture the self-concept and emotional development of talented children and their families

What Past Participants Have Said:

• “The class and book have been a lifesaver! I can’t say enough about them!”
• “I do not feel as alone now.”
• “I came to this class a little nervous and wondering what I would learn, just like everyone else.  I’m leaving knowing that I have made some good friendships and have gained a lot of knowledge about myself, my child and how he perceives the world.”