Sentences with phrase «gifted children or a parent»

* The quotes used were all found online and were either in response to an article about gifted children or a parent who said her child was gifted.

Not exact matches

Other times, parents want to equalize gifts they have already made, he said — such as paying for one child's education through medical school when another only pursued a bachelor's degree, or funds offered to buy a house, get married or start a business.

A child may believe he or she is entitled to a bigger share for the same reasons a parent might have otherwise opted for an unequal split — time spent as a caregiver, for example, or unequal money gifts.

For example, parents may want to gift to a child via a large life insurance policy, but they hold back out of fear that the death benefit might reduce the child's motivation to pursue a degree or build a career.

Parents pray that the gift of belief is given to their children at baptism, but belief can not be forced or even willed; it is a divine gift.

And you mention that your missionary parents took their children to Korea when it wasn't so safe or comfortable, and you say that that example was actually a greater gift than safety.

One thing makes me feel very uncomfortable when I see parent fools their children by lying to them that an old dude with the name of Santa will come and get you gifts or anything you wish for... and they put things under the tree and make these poor children know that these are from Santa... and its being done generation after generation... parents now were victimized when they were child by their parents and they are repeating the same with their children and it is now in a loop and no one seems to be wanting to get out of the loop which is plain lie and very clear... but these poor children has nothing to do as they under the custody of these parents...

Parents are urged to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect; to communicate on levels of fun and recreation as well as on discipline and advice; to allow a child to learn «through natural consequences» — that is, by experiencing what happens when he dawdles in the morning and is permitted to experience the unpleasantness and embarrassment of being late to school; to encourage the child and spend time with him playing and learning (positively) rather than spending time lecturing and disciplining (negatively), since the child who is misbehaving is often merely craving attention and if he gets it in pleasant, constructive ways, he will not demand it in antisocial ways; to avoid trying to put the child in a mold of what the parent thinks he should do and be, or what other people think he should do and be, rather than what his natural gifts and tendencies indicate; to take time to train the child in basic skills — to bake a cake, pound a nail, sketch or write or play a melody — including those things the parents know and do well and are interesParents are urged to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect; to communicate on levels of fun and recreation as well as on discipline and advice; to allow a child to learn «through natural consequences» — that is, by experiencing what happens when he dawdles in the morning and is permitted to experience the unpleasantness and embarrassment of being late to school; to encourage the child and spend time with him playing and learning (positively) rather than spending time lecturing and disciplining (negatively), since the child who is misbehaving is often merely craving attention and if he gets it in pleasant, constructive ways, he will not demand it in antisocial ways; to avoid trying to put the child in a mold of what the parent thinks he should do and be, or what other people think he should do and be, rather than what his natural gifts and tendencies indicate; to take time to train the child in basic skills — to bake a cake, pound a nail, sketch or write or play a melody — including those things the parents know and do well and are interesparents know and do well and are interested in.

Parents or caregivers can record a personalized gift message for the children making it personalized.

Or maybe other people keep telling them that all parents think they have a gifted child.

When little ones have a birthday or the holidays roll around, many parents are surprised to see that their young child sometimes has more fun playing with the gift wrap and the box than the toy itself.

Regardless of what I say, though, like many other parents of gifted kids, you might still wonder if your child is «normal» or if you are the only parent with a child like yours.

When parents are considering whether or not their child is gifted, I recommend that they look at both typical and atypical signs of giftedness.

Parents with children of any age will find this information - packed book with its bite - sized chapters and practical approach to parenting a helpful and encouraging addition to their home library, as well as a welcome gift for new or struggling pParents with children of any age will find this information - packed book with its bite - sized chapters and practical approach to parenting a helpful and encouraging addition to their home library, as well as a welcome gift for new or struggling parentsparents.

· Naughty: Put a naughty twist on the holidays by telling your child that you pay so much in child support and / or spousal maintenance that you don't have any money to buy the gifts they want; or, conversely, tell your child that the other parent doesn't pay their support the way they're supposed to, so the holidays just won't be what they used to be.

In this scenario, the motive is to make yourself (not your child) feel better by diminishing the gifts or other holiday observances of the other parent.

Parents of gifted children, like most parents, will look at the recommended ages for a particular toy oParents of gifted children, like most parents, will look at the recommended ages for a particular toy oparents, will look at the recommended ages for a particular toy or game.

If you've ever shopped for an expecting parent or for your own child, you're probably familiar with how difficult it can be to find the perfect gift for a baby or toddler.

There are specialized classes for parents whose children are gifted, delayed, or have developmental or medical issues.

Perhaps you signed up for every parenting magazine while pregnant with your first child, or maybe you simply renewed after receiving a subscription as a gift.

If you're giving a shower for someone who is having their second or third child, you might want to encourage your guests to bring gifts that will make the parents» life easier, like homemade frozen dinners, dvds, or even baby - sitting coupons.

What this means is that parents of all children, gifted or not, provide the opportunity for a young child to explore his interests and learn.

Many families can't afford this or aren't even thinking of it while dealing with the diagnosis, but this gift will be precious to the parents if indeed their child does not survive.

«The greatest gift we can give our children is for them to see that even though we're not perfect, we are striving every day to learn — through reading books, going to API Support Group meetings, or Attached at the Heart parenting classes and being involved in their lives every step of the way.

I bet most people reading this blog are adults / parents with or without gifted kids who feel their child was stigmatized.

An ideal gift for any parent that has a child who is turning fourteen, or whose child has had a fourteenth birthday recently.

Whether parents realize their baby is gifted or not, they may see evidence of one of the characteristics of gifted children: the need for mental stimulation.

Gifted children need a special environment, as does any special needs child, and it's important for parents to understand what to look for in a school, whether it's private or public.

Effective co-parenting, or sharing significant parenting time with an ex-spouse, is one of the best gifts separated parents can give to their children.

It's easy for people to forget that, regardless of what kind of parent we are, whether it's biological, step -, or adoptive, we have been given a gift in being able to be a part of a child's life.

Once parents learn that their child is gifted - whether they've gone the testing route or not - they almost immediately begin thinking about how to nurture their child's «gifts.»

Lahey's book is surely a gift to parents, a wake - up call that reminds us that our job is not about making our children happy or successful today, but rather helping to nurture future adults who can do this for themselves.

As a result, parents are looking for ways to give their children lasting, wonderful gifts that they will treasure - not necessarily the biggest or most expensive toy, but one that has some meaning.

Act Like Parents This means providing children with consistent discipline and avoiding any attempts to win the child's love by acting like a friend or buying them excessive gifts.

If you are a parent, caregiver or teacher who wants information on learning massage or bringing a «Massage in Schools» programs to your child's school, contact Barbara Freethy at 207-846-8643 or email [email protected] The gift of nurturing touch is the gift of love, let us give it to our children abundantly.

Take a friend's or a relative's child shopping or help the child make a gift for his or her parents.

Join us for an afternoon using the wisdom of Simplicity Parenting to explore ways to un-clutter before the holidays begin, to be more intentional about the kinds of gifts we give our children (and steer relatives towards giving them), and to keep family connection — rather than material things or busy schedules — at the center of our celebrations this year.

Whether you are a first - time expectant parent or searching for the perfect gift for baby or child, stop in and browse our baby and children's store today.

A family membership to an art, science, or children's museum will be a welcome gift for new parents because it celebrates the fact that they are, indeed, a family now.

Parents of gifted children, whether it is a talent or good looks often perpetuate the problem by emphasizing it even more.

When the public school fails to meet the needs of a gifted child, parents can either homeschool or look for a private school.

Finally, some gifted children may show keen persistence and determination, often leading exhausted parents to view their child as «stubborn, strong - willed, or spirited».

As it is said «one can not teach an old dog a new trick» so we will like to suggest that, if parents will find it difficult not buying those gifts then, they should just add books to it or forget of those things and used the money to get interesting books for the children.

Another policy response, they said, would be to screen all students for giftedness, not just those who are referred by teachers or parents, and to provide outreach to parents so they have the information and skills to help schools identify their children as gifted.

Obviously at the beginning, this is something the parent does, but you can include a quote about the gift from the child in the card, have them sign their own name, include a picture they drew, or involve them in another way.

We also discuss parenting gifted children, working out whether your child's meltdowns are gut health related or not, Mary's struggles to heal after a miscarriage and a third baby, postpartum depletion, the importance of focusing on your health over your «ideal weight», having healthy boundaries, and working through anxiety, stress and overwhelm as mums.

Gift giving shows you care enough to choose the perfect token of your feelings for your dinner party host, your boss at his or her promotion, or an ex who's the parent of your children.

Rendering characters they developed in tandem with their Spanish writer - director, these non-professional but astoundingly gifted performers convey so much of what matters in so many working - class black lives: the solidarity but also the standoff between parent and child; the series of low - ceiling jobs; the alienation from what few social services still exist; the yearning but also the wariness awakened by new romantic prospects; and the suddenness with which poor choices, ambient prejudice, or adolescent disaffection lead to intractable enmeshments in the penal apparatus.

While visions of winter vacation dance in students» heads, parents may be scratching their heads (or their Santa hats) wondering what gift to give their child's teacher.

A possible cause why parents of gifted children are either active or not is proposed.