A common thread for parents is that we desire to help our children live the best life they can live. For some parents, that may reflect in helping the child to have a great career; and, for other parents, it may be a desire to help their child discover what will give them the greatest joy throughout their life. Of course, there is no one answer for all children…but why? The obvious reason is that each child is designed in a unique way. Their uniqueness is what will help parents point their child in the right direction. But, how can parents discover more about the uniqueness of their child?

One consideration is the idea that every child has different kinds of intelligences. If a parent knew more about their child’s specific intelligence, they may be able to help their child learn and grow better by tapping into their child’s strengths.

The theory of multiple intelligences was developed in 1983 by Dr. Howard Gardner, professor of education at Harvard University. Dr. Gardner contends that the traditional notion of intelligence, based on I.Q. testing is far too limited. Instead, he proposes eight different intelligences to account for a broader range of human potential.

The eight multiple intelligences (MI):

Linguistic | Word smart
Logical-mathematical | Logic smart
Spatial | Picture smart
Bodily-kinesthetic | Body smart
Musical | Music smart
Interpersonal | People smart
Intrapersonal | Self smart
Naturalist | Nature smart

This becomes quite interesting and important when a child who easily masters the multiplication table is not necessarily considered more intelligent overall than a child who struggles to do so. The second child may be stronger in another kind of intelligence, and therefore may best learn the given material through a different approach, or may excel in a field outside of mathematics.

Dr. Gardner says that our schools focus most of their attention on the word and logic intelligences. We esteem the highly articulate or logical people. However, Dr. Gardner explains that we should also place equal attention on individuals who show gifts in other intelligences: the artists, architects, musicians, naturalists, designers, dancers, therapists, entrepreneurs, and others who enrich the world in different ways. Unfortunately, many children who have these gifts don’t receive much reinforcement for them in school. Many of these kids, in fact, end up being labeled learning disabled, ADD (attention deficit disorder) or simply underachievers, when their unique ways of thinking and learning aren’t addressed by a heavily linguistic or logical-mathematical classroom.

As I contemplated this theory, my mind raced with thoughts of my own strengths and weaknesses as well as for my children. Discovering how my child was designed by God is of great importance, for I desire to train up my children according to their unique bents and peculiarities (Proverbs 22:6).

Every person and child is designed for more than this life; we are designed to connect into God and His plans. The designer of the universe does not desire for all children to be identical. He forms each child uniquely to have purpose. It is a parent’s mission to unravel the mystery of each of their children. Multiple Intelligences can be one way for parents to begin uncovering God’s special handiwork in the kids.

Multiple Intelligences: Learning More

MI-1 – Word Smart

The child enjoys reading, writing and telling stories. The child may be good at memorizing names, places, dates and trivia. The child learns best by saying, hearing, and seeing words. They like word game puzzles, and they are always successful learners by listening and hearing.

MI-2 – Logic Smart

The child enjoys performing experiments, figuring things out, working with numbers, asking questions, and exploring patterns . The child may be good at math, reasoning, logic and problem solving. The child learns best by categorizing, classifying, and working with abstract patterns and relationships. The child may enjoy strategy games and using computers.

MI-3 – Picture Smart

The child enjoys drawing, building, designing and creating things, daydreaming, looking at pictures, watching movies and playing with machines. The child may be good at imagining things, sensing changes, mazes, puzzles, reading maps and charts. The child learns best by visualizing, dreaming, using the mind’s eye and working with pictures. Child can visualize three-dimension objects. They take information and translate it into images. These children are often good at geometry, visual arts, sculpture, architecture and photography.

MI-4 – Body Smart

The child enjoys moving around, touch, talk, and use of body language – they use their body to communicate and solve problems. The child is good at physical activities (sports/dance/acting), and crafts. The child learns best by touching, moving, interacting with space and processing knowledge through bodily sensations. Also, using games, hands-on tasks and building help the learning process.

MI-5 – Music Smart

The child enjoys singing, humming tunes, listening to music, playing an instrument and responding to music. The child may be good at picking up sounds, remembering melodies, noticing pitches/rhythms and keeping time. The child learns best by using rhythm, melody and music.

MI-6 – People Smart

The child enjoys having many friends, talking to people and joining groups. The child is good at understanding people, leading others, organizing, and communicating. The child learns best by sharing, cooperating and interviewing. The child will care about people and their feelings and interact effectively with them. They approach people with empathy, recognize differences among people and value their personal view with sensitivity to their moods.

MI-7 – Self Smart

The child enjoys working alone and pursuing their own interests. The child is good at understanding self, focusing inward on feelings/dreams, following instincts, pursuing interests/goals and being original. The child learns best with individualized projects, self-paced instruction and having their own space. They have the ability for self discipline to achieve personal goals.

MI-8 – Nature Smart

The child enjoys being outside, being with animals, plants, rocks, trees, flowers, the weather, and interacting with surroundings. The child is good at categorizing, organizing a living area, planning a trip, preservation and conversation. The child learns best by studying natural phenomenon, in a natural setting, learning about how things work. They like to fish, hike and camp. They may collect flowers, rocks or other things to do with the outdoors. These kids show an interest towards biology, astronomy, meteorology and zoology.

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Use storytelling to explain
Conduct a debate on
Write a poem, myth, legend, short play, or news article about
Create a talk show radio program about
Conduct an interview on

Logical-Mathematical Intelligence

Translate into a mathematical formula
Design and conduct an experiment on
Make up syllogisms to demonstrate
Make up analogies to explain
Describe the patterns or symmetry in
Others of your choice

Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

Create a movement or sequence of movements to explain Make task or puzzle cards for Build or construct a Plan and attend a field trip that will Bring hands-on materials to demonstrate

Visual Intelligence

Chart, map, cluster, or graph Create a slide show, videotape, or photo album of Create a piece of art that demonstrates Invent a board or card game to demonstrate Illustrate, draw, paint, sketch, or sculpt

Musical Intelligence

Give a presentation with appropriate musical accompaniment on
Sing a rap or song that explains
Indicate the rhythmical patterns in
Explain how the music of a song is similar to
Make an instrument and use it to demonstrate

Interpersonal Intelligence

Conduct a meeting to address
Intentionally use social skills to learn about
Participate in a service project to
Teach someone about
Practice giving and receiving feedback on Use technology to

Intrapersonal Intelligence

Describe qualities you possess that will help you successfully complete
Set and pursue a goal to
Describe one of your personal values about
Write a journal entry on
Assess your own work in

Naturalist Intelligence

Create observation notebooks of
Describe changes in the local or global environment
Care for pets, wildlife, gardens, or parks
Use binoculars, telescopes, microscopes, or magnifiers to
Draw or photograph natural objects

Imaginative

Analytic

Common Sense

Dynamic

Based on these predictive lists, I suspect:

• My first learning style is: __________
• My second learning style is: ___________
• My third learning style is: __________
• My fourth learning style is: ___________

I have gotten all the dirty water out of my hair from the dunk tank and now I’m getting ready for UpTown and DownTown for the rest of the month where we will learn all about Contagious Faith.

Contagious Faith: Investing in a trusted friendship for the sake of eternity.

I hope to see you guys Sunday mornings at 9 & 11 AM!

If you want to relive the fun from last night, here are some video clips to check out.

Of course, we’ve got all the normal stuff at MainStreet too like funny videos,  great worship, games, and more!

After the presentation portion of MainStreet we have snacks and games in the parking lot. (Including your change to dunk your favorite MainStreet character in the dunk tank!)

I sure hope everyone is having a super summer! I know I am. Now that I’m not in school I get to go shopping all the time with my friends and even help my dad at the jewelry store. You wouldn’t believe the size of some of those diamonds!

I hope you heard the news… we’re not having MainStreet in July. (Holiday, go have fun with your family) But we look forward to seeing you in UpTown and DownTown each Sunday morning and can’t wait for a whole new season of MainStreet to kick-off on August 1st @ 7 PM.

As the new season begins look out for a whole new ton of fun and surprises. You never know who you’ll meet at MainStreet, but you do know this. At each MainStreet we’ll see how the gang learns a valuable lesson about living for God.

Never been to MainStreet? Check us out on Channel 6 in Romeo or on YouTube.

Our virtue this month is “self-control.” We all know that if there is one place that we all struggle to show self-control it is when we are shopping. If you’ve ever struggled with wanting more stuff than you should probably have than you will want to find out just how Claire overcomes and shows self-control.

Who? Kids and their parents! Everyone is invited.
Where? At the church, corner of 32 Mile & Campground. (See link for directions)

When? June 6th @ 7 PM (lasts about 90 minutes)

What is it? Read all about it.

Why? We want kids to come with their parents because we hope kids will have an awesome time playing, singing and dancing, laughing, and learning about God together!

How much? MainStreet is 100% free! Best price in town.

Questions? Shoot us an e-mail adam@fbcromeo.org or call the church during business hours, 586-752-3905