Multiple Intelligences
More than one type of Intelligence
Verbal/ Linguistic
Well developed language ability. Likes to read, write, and speaks with confidence. Verbal strengths often linked with Interpersonal skills
Mathematical/Logical
Thinks logically, enjoys puzzles, patterns and intellectual challenges. Tends to be precise and can be uncomfortable with lack of organisation. Often links with Visual/Spacial abilities
Visual/Spatial
Thinks in images, and pictures. likes to paint and draw, can be a day dreamer. Good at reading maps and charts. Sometimes links with Mathematical/Logical
Bodily/Kinesthetic
Likes physical movement, touching and acting out. Finds it difficult to sit still. Enjoys hands-on experiences and sports and are skilled at expressing themselves through movement. Often associated with Musical/Rhythmic
Musical/Rhythmic
Tuned in to sounds and rhythms in the environment, Enjoys music. Likely to play an instrument. Quickly become bored and will create musical distractions (e.g. hums, whistle, taps). Can link with Bodily Kinesthetic
Interpersonal
Likes social interaction, and team participation and capable of interpreting moods and temperaments. Easy to get along with. Links strongly with Verbal/Linguistic
Intrapersonal
Understanding of internal strengths and weakness. Comfortable with being alone. Strong willed, and self-directed, needs time to think and reflect Can link with any other intelligence.
Naturalistic
Skilled at recognising and classifying. Connected with the environment. Notices differences and similarities. Can link with any other intelligence