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SFRM's Newsletter By Gifted Youth, For Gifted Youth

The Bright Side

SFRM's Newsletter By Gifted Youth, For Gifted Youth

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Fun and Games

Guess the Object!

January 31, 2026

Submitted by Devdatta P. Take a look at a close-up photo of an object. Make your best guess about what the object…

Hobbies

William C.’s Favorite Activities

January 31, 2026

William C. enjoys creating music, spending time splashing in the pool, and riding horses.

Featured

The Growth of a Chowsky

January 31, 2026

Kai L.’s Chowsky (a Chow Chow and Siberian Husky) has grown in seven years to become a 56-pound dog!

Featured

“Unknown”

January 31, 2026

A poem by Kai L., dedicated to his sister Keiko leaving home for college in July 2023. An unknown path is set…

Hobbies

My Year with the Violin

January 31, 2026

By: Annika M. Despite a lifelong dedication to the piano, a powerful thought struck me in 2025 to push my boundaries and…

Hobbies

Tae Kwon Do

January 31, 2026

Kai L. earned his 3rd degree black belt in October 2024 at the age of 16 years old. He has been practicing…

Reviews

Inside a Video Game: A Review of “Invasion of the Overworld” by Mark Cheverton

January 31, 2026

By: Devdatta P. How does it feel to get killed in a video game? How does it feel to win? The feelings…

Featured

Greetings from Molly Bundhschuh, American Mensa’s Youth Programs Manager

January 31, 2026

Hello from the National Office! Thanks to Lana and Maria for setting aside some space for me in your newsletter – I…

Hobbies

Growing with Leisure Time

January 31, 2026

By: Amari S. According to the American Time Use Survey, almost everyone aged 15 and over participates in a leisure and sport…

Reviews

Reviewing “Chasing Vermeer” by Blue Ballet

January 31, 2026

By: Advik A. A painting. Two kids. A thief. What do they have in common? They all are part of a striking…

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Bright Side Staff

  • Amari S, Lead Editor
  • Kanishk J., Contributing Editor
  • Devdatta P., Proofreader
  • Kai L., Proofreader

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