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Within minutes of exchanging their classroom for a computer screen, and Zoom specifically, my three kids figured out how to manipulate the software, draw on the teacher’s whiteboard, unmute themselves and change virtual backgrounds. As kids everywhere have successfully done. But the way in which my kids react to the technology varies greatly. My two middle school kids learned how to navigate the software-based conference room solution speedily and aptly. They are way ahead of

Mathematically gifted students are able to use logic and deductive thinking. Thinking in a different way must always be accepted.

00:15 - “Mommy, I can’t sleep.” “Are you feeling okay?” “Yes. Pick a number.” “It’s after midnight, you have school tomorrow. Let’s try and go to sleep and we’ll do the number thing in the morning.” “Pick a number. I figured out a math riddle and I want to see if it works. Then I’ll go to sleep.” This kid. Always thinking. Numbers flying through his mind. I know that if I send him to bed he won’t sleep. He’ll continue testing his riddle. “Okay. 8.” “No. Pick a number and don

Just a regular evening on the couch... the kid is explaining his math ideas and theories. #gifted

“You could fail. Do you understand that? I don’t want you to be overly upset if you fail,” I explain, hoping that he’ll still try.