From the article "A gifted child is just one who has advanced beyond his or her peers; it takes drive, application, perseverance and insight to turn that potent

From the article "A gifted child is just one who has advanced beyond his or her peers; it takes drive, application, perseverance and insight to turn that potential into exceptional adult success." It's worth saying that again. "A gifted child is just one who has advanced beyond his or her peers". It's not a big deal so don't make a big deal about it. Praise shouldn't be the response to gifted-ness, but rather asking him/her "What do you want to do?" Learning that the best motivation is internal, not external, is an essential need in our early educational system.