Ever suspect your child is gifted but can't quite lay a finger on the specific ability? Your child may be gifted in nonverbal ability. Surgeons, architects, choreographers, quarterbacks, electricians and mechanics, fashion designers, aerospace engineers, software and computer systems analysts . . . What do talented people in these occupations have in common? They are exceptionally talented in nonverbal ability. This guide to understanding and nurturing nonverbal ability in gifted learners details the traits of the nonverbally gifted with specific examples of how to support these students and develop their talents. The guide is written for both teachers and parents and is appropriate for the regular classroom teacher as well as the gifted resource specialist and the home school parent. With more than 24 years of classroom experience, Mark Steven Hess brings a passion for understanding and serving these quirky and delightful students. From the big picture to specific teaching and learning techniques, you'll get to know these delightful kids.
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