Introduction -- Lisa Simpson, Calvin, and Spider-Man Walk into a Classroom... -- Looking in the Mirror and Liking Who You See -- A Mantra Not Worth Living By -- Putting it into Practice -- It's Elements of Differentiation, My Dear Watson -- Let There Be Dinosaurs! -- Lesson Planbook Commentary -- What's in a Grade? -- The Need for Mentors -- Every Sidekick Needs a Hero -- Conclusion.
Summary:
"A Teacher's Guide to Supporting Gifted Middle School Students provides insight to help you better understand your gifted students during a pivotal time in their development. Employing pop culture, personal stories, and prompts for reflection, this text considers major factors impacting gifted middle school students including self-image, the need for differentiated content, the importance of slowing down, the value of mentors, and ways to instill hope during this, more often than not, difficult time. Full of practical examples for how you can work to address both the academic and social-emotional needs of your students, this book champions middle school as an important time for self-discovery and developing passions. Engaging and informative, this inspiring new book is a must read for all teachers seeking to positively influence their students during this unique and critical time in their lives"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.