Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about giftedness in early childhood

The FAQs are intended to help you understand early giftedness. Your fundamental questions such as “giftedness, high ability – what does this mean?” will be answered first. After this, we explain how you can identify young children between the ages of three and six years with high abilities. In the next section we address specific questions on where to find support, for example, through specialized guidance and counseling services. We conclude with information on how you can successfully promote giftedness and the gifted child in the Kita setting. (DIPF/Orig.)