How to Test a Child at Home for Being Gifted

A higher than average IQ can indicate possible giftedness in a child. There are other signs that can help to determine if a child is gifted, but the ideal approach is through testing. Professional testing is usually done by a licensed psychologist in a clinical setting and can be expensive. Different forms of the IQ test are often used to check for giftedness; some alternative formats of these exams are available for parents to purchase, allowing for testing in the comfort of a home.

Things You'll Need

  • The IQ test
  • Pencils
  • Eraser
  • Internet

Instructions

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      Explore the Internet for information regarding gifted children and testing. Find out the reasons why you should test your child for giftedness and the benefits of knowing your child's IQ. The National Association for Gifted Children is a good resource to use.

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      Obtain the test that you are going to use. Testing materials are available online or through your local bookstore. If you order your materials online, be sure it is through a reputable company as many online tests are very basic gimmick tests. Expect to pay a fee for a detailed and accurate test. A bookstore's staff should be able to help you find testing books if you choose to purchase through a store.

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      Prepare a room for your testing site. Be sure it is well lit, ventilated and quiet. Clear a hard working surface such as a table or desk for the test to be taken at.

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      Gather test materials. The test itself should be neatly set on the working surface. Three or four pencils with good erasers should be placed on the table as well.

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      Decide on a time and a date in which there will be no interruptions or distractions. Administer the test to your child.

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      Score the test according to the directions given in the testing booklet. Review the results and determine where your child falls on the intelligence scale. If he proves to be gifted, you may want to purchase some reading material on parenting a child with higher than usual intelligence. Often these children learn differently and need to be challenged in ways that the average child doesn't.

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