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The use of games to inspire student thinking and interaction helps connect learning and fun. Gifted students need the opportunity to be challenged in an entertaining way! They also need Brain Breaks which can be done with quick games such as Kanoodle. Please help my gifted students use the other side of their brain by adding creative (non-electronic) games to enhance academic achievement. The extra benefit of social interaction through entertainment helps these students breach the gap between academics and social emotional growth. I love having them use games such as Qwirkle and Blink where they are talking and interacting while trying to quickly use patterns and expand their brainpower. I learn so much about my students through these experiences and hope to add more opportunities to do so through additional resources. Finally, the request for games that ask questions and encourage communication can be beneficial not only in the class but also at home. Parents could check out these activities to use with their gifted child to bridge the gap that is often widening, especially during middle school. I love the idea of having the resources for families. Thank you for your consideration and for finding it in your hearts to help this underserved population who do need support and understanding. Plus the resources to learn through fun!

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The use of games to inspire student thinking and interaction helps connect learning and fun. Gifted students need the opportunity to be challenged in an entertaining way! They also need Brain Breaks which can be done with quick games such as Kanoodle. Please help my gifted students use the other side of their brain by adding creative (non-electronic) games to enhance academic achievement. The extra benefit of social interaction through entertainment helps these students breach the gap between academics and social emotional growth. I love having them use games such as Qwirkle and Blink where they are talking and interacting while trying to quickly use patterns and expand their brainpower. I learn so much about my students through these experiences and hope to add more opportunities to do so through additional resources. Finally, the request for games that ask questions and encourage communication can be beneficial not only in the class but also at home. Parents could check out these activities to use with their gifted child to bridge the gap that is often widening, especially during middle school. I love the idea of having the resources for families. Thank you for your consideration and for finding it in your hearts to help this underserved population who do need support and understanding. Plus the resources to learn through fun!

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