Just as each child has his or her own special needs, each child has gifts and talents that benefit their community. Children who are academically gifted or have exceptional talent deserve the same support, opportunities and encouragement in reaching their potential, living a good quality of life with a richness of experience that helps them be well rounded and well balanced individuals.

There is the same diversity in children who are gifted and talented as any other group, so some will have special needs in addition to support, opportunities and encouragement that may be unique to their recognized abilities.

For more information, see the Gifted Education area at BellaOnline.com

Sibling Support and Rivalry - Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art33375.asp

Cousins of Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art44239.asp

Here are some resources that may be helpful:

How Understanding Your Child's Unique Learning Style Can Open the Door to Success
Events, Appearances and Presentations by Dr. Brock Eide, M.D., and Dr. Fernette Eide, M.D.

Resources for Gifted and Talented Students
http://www.sa.sc.edu/omsa/idea.htm#Gifted/Talented

Family Village Website:

Developing Social Skills
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/general/social-skills.html

Brothers and Sisters of Children with Special Needs
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/general/frc_sibl.htm

Best Practices and Early Intervention for Children Birth to Three
Best Practices and Early Intervention for Children Birth to Three
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/education/ei.html

Behavior Management
One Two Three Magic