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Twice the Support
Within the world of gifted and talented individuals some may be considered twice exceptional; meaning they are gifted in one, or more, areas yet also have a learning disability in another area. An example could be: a learning delay in the area of reading, yet stronger above average skills in math etc. Many times these students will require the support from special education and gifted and talented. This page is designed to give ideas and resources for those students who are twice exceptional, aka 2x.

Uniquely Gifted Is a web site designed specifically for parents and educators of students who fit into both categories of gifted and learning disabled.

2e Newsletter This web site contains links to various articles and newsletters regarding the needs of twice exceptional children.

The following links are books. The link will be directed to Google books, in which there are previews of the books. The entire book is not on line, however you are able to read at least the first 10 pages to determine if it is a book you are interested in purchasing.


The Differentiated Classroom Defines the differentiated classroom, offers classroom-proven approaches for teachers in any grade level, discusses eight principles that guide a differentiated classroom, and provides instructional strategies for multiple learning paths.

Smart Kids with Learning Difficulties This book deals with research and experience the authors have gained from working directly with students who are
smart, but struggle in school.