(ZT) Is Your Child a Genius?

Signs that your child maybe be gifted.

According to the National Association for Gifted Children, approximately 5 percent -- or three million children -- in the U.S. are considered gifted. How can your tell if your child is one of them? Here are some of the early signs of a gifted preschooler, from the American Association of Gifted Children at Duke University:



-Learns quickly and remembers easily

-Seems mature for his or her age

-Has a large vocabulary, displays an unusual interest in words, or already reads independently

-Experiments to solve problems

-Prefers older playmates

-Seems sensitive

-Exhibits intellectual curiosity

-Shows compassion for people or animals

-Enjoys puzzles, mazes, and numbers

-Questions authority

-Seems to get bored easily

-Has a high energy level



If you child has several of these characteristics, consider having her assessed by a child development expert. You can also help nurture her natural talents by reading to her and introducing her to interests such as art, music, nature, and sports.