Intelligence Area

Is strong in:

Likes to:

Learns best through:

Word Smart

reading, writing, telling stories, memorizing dates, thinking in words.

read, write, talk, memorize, work at puzzles.

reading, hearing and seeing words, speaking, writing, discussing and debating.

Math-Logic Smart

math, reasoning, logic, problem-solving, patterns.

solve problems, question, work with numbers, experiment.

working with patterns and relationships, classifying, categorizing, working with the abstract.

Picture Smart

reading, maps, charts, drawing, mazes, puzzles, imaging things, visualization.

design, draw, build, create, daydream, look at pictures.

working with pictures and colors, visualizing, drawing.

Body Smart

athletics, dancing, acting, crafts, using tools.

move around, touch and talk, body language.

touching, moving, processing knowledge through bodily sensations.

Music Smart

singing, picking up sounds, remembering melodies, rhythms.

sing, hum, play an instrument, listen to music.

rhythm, melody, singing, listening to music and melodies.

People Smart

understanding people, leading, organizing, communicating, resolving conflicts, selling.

have friends, talk to people, join groups.

sharing, comparing, relating, interviewing, cooperating.

Self Smart

understanding self, recognizing strengths and weaknesses, setting goals.

work alone, reflect, pursue interests.

working alone, doing self-paced projects, having space, reflecting.

Nature Smart

understanding nature, making distinctions, identifying flora and fauna.

be involved with nature, make distinctions.

working in nature, exploring things, learning about plants and natural events.