At Kindies we believe in nurturing the 9 intelligences ofthe child. According to Dr. Howard Gardner,
Intelligence is a multifaceted concept comprised of nine distinct intellectual modalities, which dictate how information is absorbed and processed.
Human intellect cannot merely be summated by mathematical or linguistic proficiency.
It cannot aptly be explained by simple cognitive processing speeds and memory capacities, or by one’s ability to solve complicated Maths problems, master a language, or recite from memory.
Let us see what constitutes intelligence in totality
1. Linguistic Development
It is the Intellectual capacity that is used when we read, write, speak, and study language.
Strength in this arena is marked by strong reading comprehension skills, a powerful command of one’s native language, and often an aptitude for foreign languages along with grammar skills.
2. Spatial Intelligence
Spatial skills are a crucial aspect to moving one’s body about their environment, and navigating one’s surroundings.
It equips children to build block-tower creations that don’t fall over – that is, until they destroy them.
3. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence
It is the intellectual capacity to utilize logic and solve mathematical problems.
Logic involves linear thinking, systematic problem-solving, and sensible reasoning.
It equips us to inquire about our world, and look for explorations.
4. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence
Refers to the capacity to manipulate oe’s own physical body, the intellectual capacity to express oneself through touch.
This include motor abilities like athletics, dancing, hand-eye coordination etc.
5. Inter-personal Intelligence
One’s ability to understand and communicate effectively with other people.
It allows us to understand the motives, desires and needs of others by interpreting their facial expressions and body language helping to make judgements about the character and intentions of people around us.
6. Intra-personal Intelligence
Understanding one’s own strengths, weaknesses, needs, and desires. Self-awareness and self-concept are key components of intrapersonal intelligence.
It fosters who we are, who we want to be, and who we become.
7. Musical Intelligence
One’s ability to appreciate and create musical patterns.
It is manifested in various ways – Singing, playing musical instruments, composing music, dancing, and choreography.
Likewise, active listening allows us to identify musical patterns, melodies, and styles within musical works of art.
8. Naturalistic Intelligence
Is the intellectual capacity to thrive in and understand the natural environments of our world.
Naturalists love being outdoors, interacting with their environment, plants and animals alike.
9. Existential Intelligence
Encompass one’s receptivity to the supernatural or spiritual world.
While this capacity will vary greatly amongst individuals, the realm of spiritual ability typically involves two components:
1 Awareness of one’s own existence in the spiritual world
2. The ability to communicate with the supernatural world.