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[quote=Anonymous]I have a gifted child who's naturally rebellious: about homework, bedtime, language, everything. Here's what I do:
* set ground rules and stick to them
* give the child about an hour to unwind after getting home from activities
* good, healthy, well balanced dinner
* turn everything off, including DCUM! Read paper materials during quiet home work time
* take away all distractions, including unplug and remove from the room if necessary
* work a subject or two, then take a walk/talk to discuss class, friends, issues, stress
* go back to work on a subject or two and repeat the walk until done
* no electronics for grownups, either! It creates noise and light pollution to distract the child
* help when needed
* check work/look over shoulder for style and substance, organization and flow
* do all of this every time as needed until the child can do it alone
* proceed in love, patience and understanding, remembering how hard school and childhood is
* consult teachers and school staff for extraordinary difficulties
* keep working at it with love and empathy
* have fun afterward, including reading, electronics, bath and plenty of nighttime rest, relaxation and sleep
* always keep your  sense of humor

Good luck! 
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