A Love for Learning: Motivation and the Gifted Child
by Carol Strip Whitney; Ph.D.; with Gretchen Hirsch
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Author: Carol Strip Whitney; Ph.D.; with Gretchen HirschEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-06-01
ISBN: 0910707804
Number of pages: 262
Publisher: Great Potential Press
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Summary: 5 Stars
A Love for Learning is an excellent comprehensive guide for parents and teachers alike, outlining the various aspects of motivation in children, especially those who are gifted. Carol Strip Whitney and Gretchen Hirsch have explained in detail why these gifted children lose motivation and how we can all help rekindle that lost enthusiasm and love of learning.
A Love for Learning is written in clear, precise language that anyone can understand. Each topic is explored in detail. While this is not "easy rading," it is extremely educational and informative, and is an excellent reference tool for both parents and teachers. The summaries and ancedotes are especially helpful, bringing each chapter into a practical focus.
Gifted children are "special needs," too. In this country, much time, effort, and funding is spent bringing children up to the "norm." This book illustrates what could be accomplished if we concentrated as much attention on helping our gifted children progress to their fullest potential. Clearly BOTH ends of the sprectrum deserve our help.
Summary of A Love for Learning: Motivation and the Gifted Child
Spark the motivation in your gifted child or student! Keep them eager and excited at home and in the classroom!Gifted children are susceptible to many de-motivating factors, which can lead to depression and academic underachievement. The authors present concepts and techniques to counteract those factors, allowing a child's motivation to skyrocket.
Features the Four C's of Motivation:
~Creating Challenge
~Creating Control
~Creating Commitment
~Creating Compassion
This new book, with a foreword by Dr. Joanne Rand Whitmore Schwartz, also includes additional resources, books and websites for parents and teachers.
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