What's the best way for your child to spend an enjoyable and satisfying summer? Just ask them. At the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), we find that children are able to best develop their potential in an environment that offers experiences suited to individual needs. That’s why it’s worth searching for a proper fit. It’s obvious that not all children thrive under the same circumstances. Well-matched and appropriate educational programs give children opportunities to develop their talent potential, and the summer months can provide powerful learning options that extend well beyond regular classroom fare. At first look, you’ll see an abundance of summer camp options from which to choose.

The challenge is to sort through this almost overwhelming array of possibilities. Of course you need to be concerned with basic questions about safety, cost, location, and staff training. Checklists can be found through organizations such as the American Camping Association or the National Camp Association. What else can you do to assure a good fit? Here are some ideas to help narrow choices and make camp shopping much more productive.

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