Knowledge Base

Foundation Asynchronous Development Why your child can discuss quantum physics but can't tie their shoes. Read article Profile The Deep Thinker Understanding and supporting your intense, analytical child. Read article Profile The Little Professor When your child knows more about their special interest than most adults. Read article

Essential Laziness vs. Dysfunction How to tell if they won't do it, or can't do it—and what to do either way. Read article Deep Dive Can't vs. Won't The critical distinction that changes everything about how you respond. Read article Common Issue Why They Freeze on Easy Work The paradox of gifted kids who shut down on simple tasks. Read article Organization The Black Hole Backpack Strategies for kids who lose everything that enters their bag. Read article Tools The Dopamine Menu Building a motivation toolkit that actually works for your child's brain. Read article Systems Routine Rescue Creating sustainable routines that don't fall apart after a week. Read article

Deep Dive Emotional Intensity When feelings are turned up to 11—and how to help them cope. Read article Essential Meltdown or Manipulation? How to tell the difference and respond appropriately to each. Read article Understanding Restraint Collapse Why they're angels at school and monsters at home (and it's actually a good sign). Read article Scripts De-Escalation Scripts Exact phrases to use when emotions are running high. Read article Anxiety Anxiety or Intelligence? When overthinking is a feature, not a bug—and when it's a problem. Read article Perfectionism The Perfectionism Trap Breaking the cycle of impossible standards and paralysis. Read article

Profiles Seekers vs. Avoiders Two opposite sensory profiles that require completely different approaches. Read article Practical The Sock War Winning the battle against seams, tags, and "wrong feeling" clothes. Read article Tactile The Touch Factor When tags, seams, and fabrics cause morning meltdowns. Read article Auditory When Noise Hurts Managing auditory sensitivity in a loud world. Read article Food The Beige Diet Understanding and expanding the limited food repertoire. Read article School Classroom Sensory Solutions Accommodations that help without making your child stand out. Read article

Start Here Social Connection Guide Building meaningful relationships when you think differently. Read article Connection Finding Their Tribe Why gifted kids often feel like outsiders—and how to help them find their people. Read article Friendships Interest-Based Friendships Leveraging deep interests to build authentic connections. Read article Understanding Introvert or Isolated? Knowing the difference between preference and struggle. Read article Acceptance Not Everyone Will Get Them Helping your child find peace with being different. Read article