Building Brains That Build Things: Engineering Habits of Mind for Gifted Innovators

What makes someone an inventor, designer, or problem solver? It is not just knowledge. It is how they think. In this engaging and practical session, explore six Engineering Habits of Mind that power real innovation. Persistence, creativity, systems thinking, collaboration, conscientiousness, and optimism help ideas grow into solutions. Through classroom-ready strategies and intriguing examples, discover how to help gifted learners move from curious thinkers to capable builders who design, test, and improve the world around them.