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Seasonal and Holiday Ideas

Looking for things for your gifted kids to do during the holidays or during the different seasons of the year? You'll find plenty of ideas here.

New Year's Crafts for the Kids

As you and your family are preparing to welcome in the New Year, why not give your child an outlet for his or her creativity? You can do that by providing some supplies, and maybe a little guidance, in order for your child to create some wonderful crafts that are not only fun to make, but can be both symbolic and meaningful.

Getting Ready to Celebrate the New Year

Whether our year was a good one or not, we like to celebrate the start of a new year. If we had a good year, we want to welcome the New Year with the hope that our good fortune continues. If we had a bad year, we want to welcome the New Year with the hope that it will bring better fortune. Here are some creative ways for your kids to celebrate...

Hanukkah Toys and Puzzles

Hanukhah, sometimes referred to as the Festival of Lights, is not as significant a holiday in Judaism as Christmas is in Christianity, even though they occur at the same time of year. However, it is still a time that parents can share the stories and traditions of Judaism with their children. One way to share the stories of Hanukkah is through...

Rainy Day Activities

What do you do when the kids are home and getting restless because it's raining and they can't go out and play? Here are some ideas that are sure to make the kids happy.

Do Snow Painting

Snow painting is a great winter activity for kids. It is a unique way to nurture artistic talent or introduce kids to the joy of artistic creation.

How To Throw a Halloween Party for Gifted Kids

Why not forgo trick-or-treating in favor of a party for Halloween? You can organize a party tailor-made for gifted kids with a minimum of effort. Kids can explore some scientific principles with fun and sometimes "ghoulish" projects and can even have fun with special costumes.

Fun Egg Hunt for Readers

Some gifted children have already begun to read by the time they are two years old. What can parents do to foster and encourage this ability? Try this reading alternative to the traditional Easter Egg hunt.

Summer Activities for Gifted Children

How do you keep a gifted child stimulated and entertained during the summer months? It's not as difficult as parents sometimes think it is. All it takes is a little time and creative thinking. Here are five activities to get you started.

Gardening with Gifted Children

The summer months offer numerous opportunities for gifted children to explore the natural world. One way to explore nature is by growing a garden.

Ideas for Cheap Summer Fun

Keeping kids challenged and entertained over the summer doesn't need to be expensive. Share your ideas on cheap summer fun activities

Growing Tomatoes from Seeds

Gifted kids love to learn about how things work - and that includes learning how plants grow. Teach your kids about plant growth by having them grow cherry tomatoes from seeds.

Winter Activities for Kids

While kids may not always like going outside to play during the winter months, getting some fresh air and exercise is never a bad thing. What can the kids do outside during the cold and snowy season? Here is a list of ideas.

Snow Creatures

Who isn't familiar with snowmen? They are both fun and easy to build. But have you ever seen a snow dog or a snow cat? Those can require a little more creativity and skill, but they are also lots of fun to build. Here are some pictures of some unique snow "creatures."

Outdoor Winter Toys

Getting the kids to go outdoors and play in the winter is easier when they have some of these great winter toys. 

Nature Walks

Spring Activities for Gifted Kids - Going on a Nature Walks

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