Multiple Intelligence Theory was developed by Howard Gardner of Harvard University. It takes the idea of traditional IQ, or "book smarts" a step further and includes the following 8 areas as different forms of intelligence:

• Linguistic- good with language, reading and writing
• Logical/Mathematical- good with math concepts, numbers and logical thinking
• Spatial- good at visualizing, including concepts of space, reading maps, puzzles
• Kinesthetic- good muscle coordination and motor skills including sports, dance, etc.
• Musical- good with music and musical concepts
• Interpersonal- good people skills
• Intrapersonal- good knowledge of self, emotional awareness
• Natural- good in nature including understanding of life cycles, natural systems, plants and animals

Everyone has different levels of ability in each of these areas. By understanding an child's strengths we can teach in a way that makes it easier for children to learn.

All of WoWKits Terrific Topics Activity Binders for preschool and kindergarten, as well as all of our Mini Kit activity binders incorporate Multiple Intelligences. Now it's easy to get get a child with a kinesthetic focus interested in reading, or make math concepts fun for a very social child. Just pick and choose activities that match your children's interests or strengths. By the same token, it's also easy to help them build up their weaknesses.