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Gifted Parenting - Parenting a Gifted Child

Chronicling my journey as the mother of a gifted child.

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Gifted Parenting - August 2008

Video of the Week: Nancy Drew

August 29th 2008 02:57

I used to collect these books by Caroline Keene when I was a girl. On days when I have time for some light reading, I borrow new editions of these books from the library. If you're a fan of this smart, female sleuth and fond of watching old movies, you'll be pleased to know that a film based on this series is available in the public domain. The movie is titled "Nancy Drew...Reporter" starring Bonita Granville as Nancy.

You can watch the film here. Enjoy!

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Have you heard of BigFish?

August 28th 2008 01:34

No, it's not the kind you see at your favorite sushi bar. I'm talking about BigFish Games, a website that let's you try out their games for free online. You can download any game you choose and play it for an hour, sort of test-driving before you buy. Games are grouped together according to type making it easier for you to choose which one/s to download. They also have games for kids.

If you like puzzles or word games (like yours truly) be sure to check out the following:

Agatha Christie - Death on the Nile
Dream Chronicles (1 and 2)
Dream Day Wedding (and follow-ups of this game)

Hidden Secrets: The Nightmare
Virtual Villagers (and follow-ups)
Pat Sajak's Lucky Letters

I download games from BigFish whenever I want to unwind and sometimes I let my daughter pick a game and play it after she fiinish her homework. So head on over to BigFish and have fun!

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Magnets, Cookbooks and Other Freebies

August 27th 2008 00:58

Complete a survey and get a free magnet from KinderStart (love this website)

Get a Free Music CD when you purchase a Zantac product (great selection of CD's btw)

Get a free Aveeno tote bag with your purchase of any 2 Aveeno skin care products (really fond of their product line)

FREE Cookbook: Gooseberry Patch Fall Favorites with Sun-Maid® Raisins & Dried Fruit (signed up for this one, hope it arrives)

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In the News...

August 26th 2008 06:04

In Netherlands, a spokesman for junior Education Minister Sharon Dijksma announced that €10m will go to fund gifted programs for children in primary grades. (Wish we had that kind of funding in my state.)

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Quote of the Week: Children

August 22nd 2008 06:59

Quote by Hope/ Public Domain Image from PDPhoto

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Freebies for You, Your Home and Your Pet

August 20th 2008 02:43

Free Pet Safety Pack from ASPCA

Free Charmin Extender
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Take A Free IQ Test Online

August 18th 2008 06:24

I chanced upon a website called IQ Test Labs which lets you take a timed IQ test for free. After the test you will be given a detailed analysis of your results along with suggested careers in the areas you excel at.

I took the test and scored within the "Higher Average" rank. I particularly scored high on the Verbal and Spatial skills and, not surprisingly, scored low on Math. It's also interesting to note that writing and photography are among the recommended careers listed on my report. Writing and photography are in fact part of my current job description, so that's good to know.
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If there's one thing parents shouldn't do...

August 6th 2008 09:53

I don't get the chance to watch TV as much as I used to but recently I chanced upon an episode of Supernanny. The episode I watched has your usual dose of misbehaving kids and flustered adults, but what struck me most was how much the parents bickered in front of their children. There's this scene where the parents were having an argument while their kids were present and one of the children wrote this message; "Shut-up or break-up!" You can see the parents visibly taken aback when they read this message.

That particular part of the show really made me sad because I know how it feels to witness two of the people you most love tear into each other day after day. My parents had their share of flaws but they were wonderful people when they were apart. Together....well, that's a different story.
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