Traits of GATE Children
The following are some general indicators of giftedness. A child who is gifted usually possess a number of these traits, but not all.
- Performs above grade level
- Leads/motivates peers
- Has unusual hobbies/pursues them in-depth
- Displays originality/uniqueness
- Understands concepts (may not apply them however)
- Displays advance talent/skills for their age
- Has their own method for doing work and resists step-by-step instruction
- Has excellent memory
- Shows signs of being a visual thinker (not literal or verbal)
- Frequently notices discrepancies/is very obedient
- Demonstrates zest for learning or interest when introduced to new, unknown tasks
- Listens intuitively
- Frequently learns through discovery or dismantling things
- Frequently daydreams
- Transfers knowledge/skills easily
- Has large vocabulary
- Resists or is bored with rote or routine work
- Reads voraciously
Some gifted students may also display behaviors that have acted as barriers to identification.
For more information: http://www.cagifted.org/associations/7912/files/position13CHAR.pdf