tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post3261988062737885907..comments2023-07-07T04:44:46.940-05:00Comments on Painted Maypole: My child is "superior"painted maypolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06446625015003854710noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-90568927663781829792008-05-12T12:06:00.000-05:002008-05-12T12:06:00.000-05:00Yeah for the May Queen!I,myself, am much too intim...Yeah for the May Queen!<BR/><BR/>I,myself, am much too intimidated to take an IQ test. Maybe in a few years when my mommy to 2 preschoolers brain is less soggy...JCKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04582581376724478366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-78162074292293804352008-05-11T19:13:00.000-05:002008-05-11T19:13:00.000-05:00IQ tests score a particular type of intelligence, ...IQ tests score a particular type of intelligence, but they do it very well, in my opinion. MQ's performance on it is probably an indication that she will find a lot of things easier than her peers in school. THat is a challenge to you, of course!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-68917990825212056322008-05-10T08:04:00.000-05:002008-05-10T08:04:00.000-05:00Bub had an IQ test as part of his autism evaluatio...Bub had an IQ test as part of his autism evaluation. He was not quite four at the time, so there were many warnings that these results are very unstable - he goes back for more testing in the new year, when he'll be five. (What? Five? Impossible.) They didn't give us a standard IQ score, but his overall score was in the 68th percentile. What was more interesting was the discrepancies in his results on various portions of the test. His scores for non-verbal tests were much higher than for language-based tests, and his scores on concrete visual tasks were much higher than his scores on tests that required him to form mental pictures of things he couldn't see. On the concrete, non-verbal portion, his results were "exceptional." I think watching him go through the various tasks was at least as interesting and informative as the actual results.Beahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15957626443087438904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-78281739813181723582008-05-09T10:51:00.000-05:002008-05-09T10:51:00.000-05:00I'm not surprised to hear that MQ scored so high. ...I'm not surprised to hear that MQ scored so high. I was wondering, though, like Furrow, why they had the kids take an IQ test as part of the admissions process.niobehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10685766216611639434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-61471148796973352222008-05-09T05:46:00.000-05:002008-05-09T05:46:00.000-05:00G was tested recently with his whole behavioral ev...G was tested recently with his whole behavioral evaluation, and they said he was a 122. Frankly, I think he's even more brilliant that that, so who knows what numbers really mean? :)Sarcasta-Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00481007617535972530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-85122147453329690902008-05-08T22:57:00.000-05:002008-05-08T22:57:00.000-05:00Ok...here's your cue to try a Haiku!Remember: 5-7...Ok...here's your cue to try a Haiku!<BR/><BR/>Remember: 5-7-5<BR/><BR/>I'll be waiting!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14599462281364463565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-3525097217072936102008-05-08T19:06:00.000-05:002008-05-08T19:06:00.000-05:00You should be VERY proud, but surprised given the ...You should be VERY proud, but surprised given the genetic code and all. :)MamaGeek @ Works For Ushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09563543041234527282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-48023430661679397882008-05-08T16:54:00.000-05:002008-05-08T16:54:00.000-05:00Of course MQ is a genius--and I have no doubt you ...Of course MQ is a genius--and I have no doubt you are, too!<BR/><BR/>I'm not sure about the tests...L.'s had an IQ test and ranked high, but then again he struggles with basic math and THAT seems to be the thing that is focused on more at school--his struggles--and not the IQ test.<BR/><BR/>Who knows...Aliki2006https://www.blogger.com/profile/15763865834765963343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-30639595091866858522008-05-08T12:50:00.000-05:002008-05-08T12:50:00.000-05:00I do not put any stock in IQ tests. At all. That...I do not put any stock in IQ tests. At all. That being said I was tested at got a 139. Phwah! Something has to be off there! ;)Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14339665205284492242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-87399086508026776842008-05-08T11:18:00.000-05:002008-05-08T11:18:00.000-05:00Of course MQ is superior. We know that from anecdo...Of course MQ is superior. We know that from anecdotal evidence alone. It's nice to have it confirmed, though, eh?<BR/><BR/>I was tested a few times in school. B hasn't been tested, but I think he'd do pretty well. <BR/><BR/>I've read that a child's IQ is typically within 15 points of his/her parents, and in your case, that seems right on. <BR/><BR/>So do they test everyone at MQ's school, or were they interested in placing her if the gifted program?Furrowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08617566957749784387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-25280745280222253892008-05-08T10:22:00.000-05:002008-05-08T10:22:00.000-05:00I think I would be tempted to throw a party if som...I think I would be tempted to throw a party if someone acknowledged my child's brilliance.<BR/><BR/>I took one ages ago in elementary school. It confirmed that I too am a genius. I was pleased.Kelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01585792654204130424noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-92077226038546427792008-05-08T08:41:00.000-05:002008-05-08T08:41:00.000-05:00Well of course the May Queen is superior. :) I can...Well of course the May Queen is superior. :) I can imagine you feel great about it. :)<BR/><BR/>Now, for the topic in general:<BR/><BR/>Me? I absolutely disagree with the emphasis and reliance we put on standardized tests. I agree with the comment I noticed above that said they are good for noting potential. But I think they have a lot to do with the testing administrator, day of the week, lunar position etc. too.<BR/><BR/>I also think intelligence is not even half as important as esteem, adjustedness, and ability to read society.<BR/><BR/>I think intelligence can be a serious challenge, especially if you aren't in the top 1% and thus feted and courted.<BR/><BR/>So when it comes to IQ and academic challenge? I'll choose EQ and emotions every time. So much easier to challenge the mind if it hasn't got enough. So much harder to recover from a crushed spirit.Julie Pipperthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03169574697104642479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-56338444413866464062008-05-08T08:32:00.000-05:002008-05-08T08:32:00.000-05:00No - no testy for me-e! I'm afraid we'd all find ...No - no testy for me-e! I'm afraid we'd all find out we're a big pack of morons. Slide us out like a piece of gum, chew us up and spit us out, even the flavour would be bleck! eek. But nice to know such smarties!Woman in a Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14747858840088922077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-16768598036553363012008-05-08T07:19:00.000-05:002008-05-08T07:19:00.000-05:00Yeah!!!! Awesome news!!!Yeah!!!! Awesome news!!!Angela DeRossetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13300138525442271956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-83735384579384673502008-05-08T07:14:00.000-05:002008-05-08T07:14:00.000-05:00Okay, PM, soapbox time, lol. I worked at a school...Okay, PM, soapbox time, lol. I worked at a school for gifted students for 10 years, one of my master's was focused on gifted and creative education and I've worked with a variety of gifted programs over the years, including one in Russia.<BR/><BR/>It's wonderful that MQ scored superior - in terms of her reading "struggle" that's common for many bright children until the reading material picks up in interest, just as your guessing.<BR/><BR/>The test is a tool. It's most useful for kids who are struggling in some way - either because they have one area they have challenges in, or they're bored and acting out, or they clearly need more.<BR/><BR/>It's variable in terms of testing circumstances and there can be discrepancies in terms of scoring, due to the administrator, time of day, child's mood that day, etc.<BR/><BR/>It's also culturally biased, and that stinks. <BR/><BR/>Having said all that, it's a fairly good predictor of ability, especially for white, middle-to-upper-middle class children (ie. those with socio-economic advantages, those having been read to, etc.) I think it's useful for parents to have some idea of their children's academic strengths and weaknesses and potential.<BR/><BR/>As someone said above, the important thing is for all kids to realize this is just one area of their lives and that kindness, etc., comes first.<BR/><BR/>Finally, achievement is going to generally be based on far more than IQ, with a few exceptions.<BR/><BR/>Personally, I'm a fan of Howard Gardiner's work in Multiple Intelligences, where he goes far beyond simple IQ and looks at a variety of skills.<BR/><BR/>But this is still good news for MQ and for you!<BR/><BR/>Yikes.... sorry about my long response, but obviously this is a subject that is near and dear to my heart!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02362687820368214420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-54128059269627520742008-05-08T03:11:00.000-05:002008-05-08T03:11:00.000-05:00Hmmmm . . . I'll let you know when I take the onli...Hmmmm . . . I'll let you know when I take the online test and it tells me that I shouldn't have bothered because clearly I am a total genius! <BR/><BR/>Kidding.<BR/><BR/>If it helps her get into the right school, I'm all for it! You have an amazing little girl - which is no surprise considering that you're her mom! :)carriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04038972194323564240noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-74081540475692698482008-05-07T22:41:00.000-05:002008-05-07T22:41:00.000-05:00"I wonder about how someone (even a professional s..."I wonder about how someone (even a professional someone) can make a judgement on intelligence in the course an hour, and I worry about what labeling students might do to how they are treated in the classroom." Oh, I hear you.<BR/><BR/>BUT, still . . . it must feel pretty darned good to learn of your daughter's potential. <BR/><BR/>AND, that you are clearly smarter than your husband. :)<BR/><BR/>I avoid taking those tests--I prefer to live blissfully unaware . . . believing I am a genius.Laskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12001998549713092381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-7860766957575500682008-05-07T22:18:00.000-05:002008-05-07T22:18:00.000-05:00I'm never sure what to make of tests like that. T...I'm never sure what to make of tests like that. They can be very deceptive. I think they are more of a "potential indicator". And yes, I would rather have someone who works hard than someone who is just smart. I'm always telling my guys that "hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard."<BR/><BR/>Not that you shouldn't be proud of MQ. :)Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14599462281364463565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-10793694871493767442008-05-07T21:41:00.000-05:002008-05-07T21:41:00.000-05:00I don't have a problem with them, because I ignore...I don't have a problem with them, because I ignore them -- even though my kids do well. What I do hate is all the time the teachers must devote to preparing for standardized tests, when they could be doing something fun and educational. I am happy and proud that I am worrying less and less about things... I just want my kids to have a passion for something.. to find that passion and go from there. Then, knowledge will come pouring in.<BR/>But, I am so happy that the May Queen is superior. That right there takes a load off your chest!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-85913548321009373072008-05-07T19:52:00.000-05:002008-05-07T19:52:00.000-05:00Niiiiiice! It is good to have confirmation of thin...Niiiiiice! It is good to have confirmation of things you already kind of know.Kylahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03311014761113076785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-25244096838763292132008-05-07T18:43:00.000-05:002008-05-07T18:43:00.000-05:00I think that the tests that are professionally adm...I think that the tests that are professionally administered are pretty accurate (go May Queen!), but I'm not 100% sure about the online ones. Because I took one of them awhile back, and it said I was a total genius!Rimahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15883046753707687727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-1869057946238647642008-05-07T18:28:00.000-05:002008-05-07T18:28:00.000-05:00My IQ is ridiculously high, which means that the I...My IQ is ridiculously high, which means that the IQ test is totally worthless. Seriously, I'm one of the dumbest people I know. I CAN'T EVEN DO FRACTIONS.Aunt Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12146687582842259611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-78846895772046495992008-05-07T17:57:00.001-05:002008-05-07T17:57:00.001-05:00Uh oh, look out! We had our oldest child tested, t...Uh oh, look out! We had our oldest child tested, they labeled him as "near genius" and we had school issues from then on-- These kids get bored with that "No child left behind" policy.imbeingheldhostagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00771374087307254969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-31506127883144605532008-05-07T17:57:00.000-05:002008-05-07T17:57:00.000-05:00I've got mixed feelings about this type of testing...I've got mixed feelings about this type of testing. We had our kids tested primarily because B boy was struggling with some stuff, and they both tested high. B boy in particular tested very high ('gifted'). Which is ironic, as he was the child we were (are) worried about. <BR/><BR/>I think these tests are indicators of potential more than reality, and I try not to put too much emphasis on them. Sure, it was awesome to be told by someone else that my child is bright. But I think it is equally awesome when I'm told that my child is caring, loving, friendly, fair, etc.<BR/><BR/>In terms of schooling, I do think some kids enjoy a challenge and obviously your daughter seems to be one of them. For my kids, however, I would not consider advanced placement (at least not yet), because they are happy where they are. <BR/><BR/>After the boys got tested, I took a few IQ tests online and apparently Mensa's waiting for me :)<BR/><BR/>HeidiFamily Adventurehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00093360285075029799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2860476504120652781.post-23618115410342905512008-05-07T17:11:00.000-05:002008-05-07T17:11:00.000-05:00you should be proud, sister. she's brilliant, AND...you should be proud, sister. she's brilliant, AND she's loved beyond measure. <BR/><BR/>it's this...it's exactly this.Girlplustwohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07056576921114387218noreply@blogger.com