A lot of questions come to my mind when I think of the “gifted” designation a person receives or achieves. What does it really mean to be gifted?
Filtering Out The Negativity
We all dream of living a meaningful, happy, and positive life. Accomplishing this means living life to the fullest. Every moment has a special importance that carves an imprint in your life, character, or personality. Happiness can be influenced by the way you think; and your thoughts can lead you into action. As Confucius said, […]
Why Are Fire Trucks Red?
Interestingly, a different theory for why fire trucks are red is directly the inverse. As the story goes, “Departments were composed of unpaid volunteers…
Feature Story – Kaisal Shah
For Kaisal, art is a skill that can’t be learned at once. It is a continuous process and a person continues to grow as an artist with every piece she sees and creates. She started creating art from a very young age, and through different art classes and projects, she continues to learn more about it.
Education Around the World – Series: China
China’s education system is regulated by its government. China’s government has put great effort into increasing the literacy rate and ensuring that more Chinese people can attend school and university. The education system has strengthened in recent years with no sign of slowing down.
The Pros and Cons of Gifted and Talented Programs
One common mistake people often make is to assume that smart children can do everything well. Sometimes, intelligence comes in the form of a special subject such as music.
Where Did the Inspiration for the Unicorn Come From?
The legend of the unicorn has been around for over 10,000 years. European and Asian civilizations had mythical versions of the unicorn inspired by single-horned animals found in their land…