They use language with skill and flexibility. They are fluent, creative and confident in their written and oral language. They take pleasure in 'playing' with words and investigating their subtleties and possibilities. Some talented children show great versatility and virtuosity and can adapt readily to new challenges. Many have a wide range of interests and hobbies.
Bright children have great intellectual curiosity.
Being able to think critically allows these children to get to the crux of a problem. They are skeptical, evaluative and often self-critical. They learn quickly and may have an extensive general knowledge which outstrips that of many adults. They often have extremely long attention and concentration spans, as well as an excellent memory for information and experiences. They can be very persistent in their pursuit of knowledge, overcoming any obstacles to achieve their goal.