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Hothouse Kids by Alissa Quart

Posted on June 10, 2007 by Superfast Reader
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An overview of the “giftedness complex,” from Baby Einstein to kid Scrabble tournaments. Continue reading →

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Posted in American Literature | Tagged 21st Century, Alissa Quart, I'm Insane, Sociology | 4 Replies

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