A gifted child of preschool age is considered to be a child who performs activities in kindergarten better, faster, more efficient, more successful and differently compared to his peers and child whose achievements in kindergarten are better and higher. Talent itself cannot be defined as unambiguous special need, but is described by many different definitions. The giftedness of the child can be expressed within one or within several areas. It is necessary to notice it at the earliest age in order to provide the child with adequate upbringing and education in a timely manner. Encouraging the development of special abilities creates conditions for the maximum development of the child's potential. The educator has a major role in identifying giftedness because he perceives and recognizes characteristic forms of behavior that may indicate potential giftedness when playing or conducting activities. In order for an educator to recognize a gifted child, theoretical knowledge of giftedness is crucial, but also an understanding of the needs and possibilities of such a child so that his high abilities can develop. It is necessary to offer gifted children flexible and open activities that will guide them developmentally. Early identification is considered the basis for achieving further success by the fact that during this period the child shows potentials that can be considered a prerequisite for the realization of giftedness. Therefore, it is necessary to look at every child as a potentially gifted until proven otherwise. In the identification of giftedness, cooperation between parents and educators and professional associates is important.