Several subjects of interest to parents are covered in the collection of six chapters authored by parents of gifted and talented children. In "The Future Belongs to Those Who Prepare for It" by D. McCartney, reasons for paying special attention to the education of the gifted and talented are pointed out. Recounted in a second chapter--entitled "'Pushy Parents' Working for Gifted and Talented" by K. Wood --are a father's practical solutions to many of the problems caused by community opposition to the education of gifted and talented children. Political action in the field of legislation for educational programs is the topic of "How 'Organized Persuasion' Works for the Gifted in Public Education" by C. Nathan. An outline of guidelines for organizing statewide and local groups is presented in the chapter "Are You an 'Only'? Organize for the Gifted and Talented!" by K. Coffey. A final chapter--"Practical Hints for Parents of Gifted Children" by G. Ginsberg--provides a list of 20 suggestions for home life with the gifted child. Appended exhibits include an otuline of the qualities of gifted children in the preschool and elementary school years, a table of mini-courses sponsored by the Gifted Children's Association of San Fernando Valley for children from preschool to senior high school level, a community resource form for parent organization, and a description of suggested permanent committees for parent organization. (SBH)