In this paper it is argued that the students who manifest talent in design are further along the developmental continuum than their age mates. But advanced development is not necessarily achieved in all aspects of the complex “design”. A battery of tests was developed to assess its most significant components to enable the art teacher to identify the strengths and weaknesses of able students so that more appropriate guidance could be given. The role of the family in nurturing talent in design is also considered.
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