instruction. So yes, take advantage of it. However, the problem with gifted kids is they get used to excelling without effort and then crumple when the going gets tough. In fact, a lot of gifteds drop out of high school, for various reasons. So be sure to emphasize work over smarts with your child. I usually hide their test scores and refrain from using the words gifted and talented around them. Instead, I praise them for working hard, when they do.