Enhance Multiple Intelligences At Home
At present, the existence of eight different and independent types of intelligence that interact and enhance each other is recognized . These were defined by the psychologist Howard Gardner, who created the theory of multiple intelligences.
Therefore, it seems obvious to think that all these intelligences must be developed from the first years of children’s lives. But how to do it? How can we enhance multiple intelligences at home? In this article we give you some recommendations that may be useful.
The theory of multiple intelligences
According to Howard Gardner, the eight multiple intelligences are combined and used in different degrees, in a personal and unique way, so that each person has their own intelligence profile. That is, they develop more easily and are more competent in some intellectual capacities and less in others.
The eight multiple intelligences according to Howard Gardner
Let’s see what each of the multiple intelligences defined by this author consists of:
- Linguistics : ability to use verbal and written language, demonstrating ease in learning languages, to achieve certain objectives using language and to understand the order and meaning of words in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
- Logical-mathematical : ability to use and represent numerical quantification systems, solve mathematical problems and analyze problems in a logical way.
- Naturalist : ability to observe, analyze, reflect and formulate ideas objectively, showing interest in the world and natural phenomena.
- Interpersonal : the ability to relate to other people and understand their intentions, motivations and desires.
- Intrapersonal : ability to know and understand oneself, using this information effectively in life.
- Musical : ability to compose, interpret, transform and value sounds, rhythms and music in general.
- Visuospatial : ability to visually represent spaces and images, recognize and manipulate planes, remember and devise mental images, and detect details in objects or photographs.
- Kinesthetic : the ability to use the body to express, to solve problems or to create products.
Promote multiple intelligences at home
To enhance, to some degree, each of the multiple intelligences, it is essential that children grow up in an enriching environment in which they have various opportunities to develop each of the intellectual capacities previously discussed.
To achieve this goal, it is important that spaces for fun and entertainment are created in the home where children can practice different types of intelligence. Here are some recommendations.
Enhance linguistic intelligence
- Reading.
- Watching movies in original version.
- Holding conversations in which active listening is practiced.
- Playing games and hobbies to expand vocabulary ( word searches , crosswords, Passwords , T utti frutti , etc.).
Enhance logical-mathematical intelligence
- Making cooking recipes.
- Playing board games based on strategy as a family.
- Playing to buy and sell.
- Performing sudokus.
- Playing chess.
Enhance naturalistic intelligence
- Exploring the natural environment.
- Going on excursions in the open air.
- Carrying out science games and home experiments.
Enhance interpersonal intelligence
- Playing cooperative games with all members of the family.
- Exposing yourself to new friends (in the neighborhood, at camps, at extracurricular activities, etc.).
- Playing at home to make imitations of people or characters.
- Enhance logical-mathematical intelligence
Enhance intrapersonal intelligence
- Talking openly about emotions and feelings on a day-to-day basis.
- Doing relaxation exercises as a family.
Enhance musical intelligence
- Listening to music of various genres.
- Singing as a family.
- Playing an instrument (even a toy).
Enhance visuospatial intelligence
- Doing puzzles and puzzles.
- Playing construction games.
- Playing search and observation games.
Enhance kinesthetic intelligence
- Dancing.
- Carrying out plays as a family.
- Doing some kind of sport or physical exercise.
On multiple intelligences at home
In short, as you can see, it is very easy to enhance multiple intelligences at home. You simply have to offer children a wide variety of activities, and give equal importance to all types of intellectual abilities.
