Imagines things to be different than the way they actually are. "Wonders what if?" or "What would happen if?"
Has self-stimulated curiosity; shows independence in trying to learn more about something.
Chooses difficult problems over simple ones.
Is selected by peers for positions of academic leadership.
Adapts readily to new situations; flexible in thought and action; not disturbed if the normal routine is changed.
Organizes and brings structure to things, people and situations.
Uses unique and unusual ways to solve problems.
Displays a great deal of curiosity about many things, often going beyond known or conventional limits.
Possesses a large storehouse of information about a variety of topics beyond the usual interests of this age.
Reasons things out, thinks clearly, and comprehends meaning.
Expresses interest in understanding self and others.
Possesses the interest of an older child or adult in games and reading.
Is alert and keenly observant and responds quickly.
Strives toward perfection, is self-critical, is not easily satisfied with own speed or products.
Makes generalizations and draws conclusions that summarized complex information easily.
Can perform more difficult mental tasks than peers.
Seems to sense what others want and helps accomplish it.
Tends to direct others in activities.
Is able to work through frustration and maintain focus.
Sees flaws in things, including own work, and can suggest better ways to do job or reach an objective.
Has many different ways of solving problems.
Challenges authority when sense of justice is offended, structures alternative approaches.
Display a mature sense of humor.
Has unusually advanced vocabulary for age level, uses terms in a meaningful way.
