I have a 3 year old niece who I swear is a budding genius with the most amazing imagination. Is there an IQ test I can download specifically for children of her age?
2006-07-05 13:30:22 · 8 answers · asked by conz84 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Preschool
Here's 1, but it cost $9.95
http://www.expertrating.com/3yrs-Childrens-IQ-test.asp
2006-07-05 13:34:21 · answer #1 · answered by Mike 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any IQ test that claims to be able to tell if a child is a genius at 3 years old is likely not accurate or validated. The most accepted IQ test is the WISC (the Weschler Intelligence Scale for Children) tests mathematical abilities and language abilities (knowlege of words, ideas, etc.). The WISC does have a version for children, although IQ tests generally are not valid tests for children younger than about 9 or 10.
Keep in mind that IQ tests were created to identify people at the lower end of the intelligence scale, not the higher end. So, their accuracy at identifying people who have above average intelligence is not as good as their accuracy at identifying people who have below average intelligence.
Finally, IQ tests do not test imagination.
Here's a link to more information about the WISC:
http://www.nswagtc.org.au/info/identification/WISC3.html
2006-07-05 13:56:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Off of the top of my head I can tell you the Denver II is very good it goes up tp six years of age and cover most of the popular categories of child development. I'm not sure you can get it on line but you can also ask a peditrician. Alos the NAEYC web site may be able to help also. GOOD Luck we are always looking for budding imaginations. Help her to stay with her throughout her life.
2006-07-05 14:06:36 · answer #3 · answered by ShanNO 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There may be but don't waste your time, they are inaccurate to the point of being totally worthless. Work with her, encourage her, enrich her environment, do all you can for her, but save the testing for another couple of years. If you want more information on testing children, google "mensa" to get their website and check the FAQs.
2006-07-05 14:00:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing you do will be accurate at this age. The WISC is your best bet professionally but you'll have to pay for it yourself and even it isn't foolproof. Wait until she enters school. If she's gifted the school will do it then.
2006-07-06 04:24:20 · answer #5 · answered by stargirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would you need to know her IQ, exactly? Just do activities that suit her and support her abilities and interests.
2006-07-06 00:43:34 · answer #6 · answered by smurfette 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.kids-iq-tests.com/
2006-07-05 15:45:30 · answer #7 · answered by waffle_viv06 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think that theres some but they are not reliable and then are the paid ones but i dont think they are very reliable either
2006-07-05 14:01:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋