Flexible Learning Strategies and Gifted Education Blog
Welcome to the InterestEd Blog, a space for educators and families to find practical strategies, flexible approaches, and encouragement for meaningful learning. Here you’ll find ideas, tools, and insights drawn from my work as an educator, coach, consultant, and homeschool parent, with a focus on supporting gifted and advanced learners in ways that benefit all students.
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Book Recommendation: The Social and Emotional Development of Gifted Children
This essential resource explores the emotional world of gifted learners with practical strategies for supporting well-being, motivation, and growth.
Book Recommendation: Smart but Scattered
Smart but Scattered is an insightful guide to building executive functioning skills for children who struggle with focus and organization—especially gifted learners. Learn how to turn frustration into growth with practical, research-based tools.
See Them. Support Them. Stretch Them.
Gifted learners think deeply and feel deeply. This guide explains key concepts like emotional intensity and asynchronous development and offers practical ways to create inclusive, caring environments.
Letting Go of Perfect: Tools for Helping Gifted Learners Thrive
Gifted students often hold themselves to impossible standards, equating their worth with flawless performance. This post explores why perfectionism is common among gifted learners and how educators and parents can help them develop a healthier, more resilient mindset.
Using SCAMPER to Spark Creativity in Gifted Writers
Discover how the SCAMPER framework transforms creative writing for gifted students. Learn to apply it in your ELA classroom and explore the classroom-ready Story Rewrite Challenge, available in printable and editable formats.
Helping Gifted Kids Thrive: Strategies for Support at Home and in School
Learn how to support gifted students’ emotional and social needs with practical strategies for home and school. Includes a free downloadable “5 Tips for Success” poster.
The Inner World of Artistically Gifted Students: Understanding Their Social and Emotional Needs
Artistically gifted students experience the world with remarkable depth and sensitivity. This post explores the emotional and social traits that shape their creative lives—like perfectionism, self-expression, and the need for supportive environments—and includes a free downloadable chart for educators and parents.
Beyond the IQ Score: A Challenge to Rethink Gifted Identification and Support
Gifted identification should go beyond IQ testing. Explore how nonverbal assessments, portfolios, and holistic approaches can reveal the full potential of gifted and twice-exceptional learners.
The InterestEd Insight: March 2025 Newsletter – Education Resources & Updates
The March 2025 edition of The InterestEd Insight includes updates on Laura’s GT certification journey, new creative projects, and fresh resources for educators and homeschool families.
Takeaways from this month’s edition
• Flexibility and curiosity are at the heart of every effective learning space
• Educators benefit most from practical, easy-to-use tools that save time
• Professional growth should feel inspiring, not overwhelming
Choosing the Right Homeschool Approach
Choosing the right homeschooling approach doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Explore eight major homeschool methods, discover their benefits, and learn how to find your family’s best fit.
Challenging the Myth that 'All Students Are Gifted'
Not every child is gifted in the educational sense—and that’s okay. Learn why recognizing and supporting gifted students’ unique needs ensures equity, engagement, and true growth for all learners.
A Fresh Start for the New Year in Gifted Education
Start the new year with a fresh approach to gifted education. Discover how to foster independence, risk-taking, and reflection to help gifted learners thrive in 2025.