This fourth edition of the "orange bible" brings fresh updates to the definitive guide to meeting the learning needs of gifted students in the mixedabilities classroom--seamlessly and effectively with minimal preparation time. Included are practical, classroom-tested strategies and step-by-step instructions for how to use them. The book provides information on:

• Compacting and differentiating skill work and new content
• Extending reading and writing instruction
• Planning curriculum for all students at the same time
• Supporting self-directed independent study
• Supporting curriculum standards and increasing curriculum rigor
• Boosting critical and creative thinking skills
• Using assessments to help students demonstrate what they already know
• Using technology for accelerated learning and to benefit twice-exceptional (2e) students
• Serving gifted kids with special needs
• Managing cluster grouping