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Key Pages
Giftedness Explained
Learn about giftedness, its prevalence, traits, and factors that contribute to its development
Teaching Gifted
Learn about the classroom needs of gifted students, underachievement, and their social needs
Resources
A wide array of resources to assist you in teaching gifted students and empowering them