17 signs your child could be a genius - according to Mensa
Genius organisation Mensa has put together a list of 17 signs to look out for in your child that could suggest they are a genius - and they might surprise you
by Zoe Forsey · NottinghamshireLiveEver wondered what it would be like to have a child prodigy in the family?
While some parents might not be too concerned, it's fair to say that most would be thrilled if their child was slightly ahead of their peers. But how can you tell if your little ones are indeed above average for their age?
Thankfully, the genius organisation Mensa has compiled a useful list of signs to look out for, according to the Daily Mirror.
Currently, Mensa boasts about 1,300 members under the age of 18 - could your child be one of them?
The website lists 17 signs that your child may be a genius.
The 17 signs your child is a genius
According to the website a gifted child may display some of many of these behaviours:
According to the website a gifted child may display some of many of these behaviours:
- An unusual memory
- Passing intellectual milestones early
- Reading early
- Unusual hobbies or interests or an in-depth knowledge of certain subjects
- Intolerance of other children
- An awareness of world events
- Set themselves impossibly high standards
- May be a high achiever
- Prefers to spend time with adults or in solitary pursuits
- Loves to talk
- Asks questions all the time
- Learns easily
- Developed sense of humour
- Musical
- Likes to be in control
- Makes up additional rules for games
- Extrovert/introvert
So, if your child exhibits some of these behaviours, it might be time to start their Mensa application - or at least begin saving for their university tuition fees