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Explains steps that parents can take to help their child develop talent in any activity that has sparked his or her interest.* Covers early experience, environmental factors, and parental roles spurring talent development, from artistry and athleticism to culinary, musical, academic, dance, and other abilities * Explains the importance of practice and steps to mentor and manage ability * Details the SOAR system -- Selection, Organization, Association, and Regulation * Includes interviews with well-known talent stars like Olympic speed skater Bonnie Blair, nature photographer Joel Sartore, and pianist Jim Brickman; championship coaches like John Cook (college volleyball) and Robert Sabalvarro (Olympic fencing) ; and parents of dozens of talented children in domains such as chess, music, rodeo, swimming, baton twirling, football, and many more * Includes a chapter on academic talent
About the Author
Kenneth A. Kiewra is professor of educational psychology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He has investigated the SOAR teaching and study method he developed and world-class talent development, particularly the roles parents play. He has authored four books, the most recent: Nurturing Children's Talents: A Guide for Parents. His website is: https://cehs.unl.edu/kiewra/.
