As mums, we know that all our children are gifted in their own perfect little way; whether they’re into art or maths they all have their special abilities.
However, according to The Association for Bright Children of Ontario, who have created a list of things that will help you recognise if your child is actually a bit of a genius, there are a few tell-tale signs that you have a little Einstein.
While it is important to remember that every child is different and “it is difficult to generalise”, many bright kids have the following characteristics, according to the association.
- Perceptive, inquiring minds
- Unusual insight and intellectual curiosity
- Superior judgement and reasoning ability
- Abstract and critical thinking
- Originality
- Ability to see connections between ideas
- Long concentration spans in areas of interest
- Advanced reading ability
- Extensive vocabulary
- Keen powers of observation
- Strong sense of ethics and values
- A sense of humour
- A rapid mastery of basic skills
- Special ability in one or more areas, such as music, art, science, language, computers, or mathematics
However, it is important you put the information into perspective!
As the association states: “This is far from being an all-inclusive list, and not every bright child has all of these characteristics.”
It’s good to know though, right?!
