Complete each section by placing a “1” next to each statement you feel accurately describes you.

If
you do not identify or agree with a statement, leave the space blank. Total each section.

_____ I enjoy putting things that have common characteristics into categories
_____ Issues about the health or ecology of our planet are important to me
_____ Hiking and camping are enjoyable activities
_____ I enjoy working in a garden
_____ I believe preserving our National Parks is important
_____ Putting things in hierarchies (order of importance) makes sense to me
_____ Animals are important in my life
_____ My home has a recycling system in place
_____ I enjoy studying biology (animals) and botany (plants)
_____ I spend a great deal of time outdoors

_____ TOTAL for Section 1

_____ I easily pick up on patterns of sound or rhythms

_____ I focus in on noise and sounds
_____ Moving to a beat or rhythm is easy for me
_____ I’ve always been interested in playing an instrument or singing
_____ The rhythm or cadence of poetry really interests me
_____ I remember things by putting them in a rhyme
_____ Concentrating is difficult if I am listening to a radio or TV
_____ I enjoy many kinds of music
_____ Musical plays are more interesting to me than serious plays
_____ Remembering the words or lyrics to a song is easy for me

_____ TOTAL for Section 2

_____ I keep my things neat and orderly most of the time

_____ Step-by-step directions are a big help to me
_____ Solving problems comes easily to me
_____ I am easily frustrated with disorganized people
_____ I can complete math calculations quickly in my head
_____ Puzzles requiring reasoning skills are fun for me
_____ I can’t begin an assignment until all my questions are answered
_____ Structure and clear directions help me be more successful
_____ I find working on a computer spreadsheet or database rewarding and fun
_____ Things have to make sense to me or I am dissatisfied

_____ TOTAL for Section 3

Grade 8 1 Multiple Intelligences

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2007 - 2008
_____ It is important to see my role in the “big picture” of life
_____ I enjoy discussing questions about life
_____ Religion is important to me
_____ If I have the opportunity, I enjoy viewing art masterpieces
_____ Relaxation and meditation exercises are rewarding and helpful
_____ I like visiting breathtaking sites in nature
_____ I enjoy reading about the ideas of ancient and modern philosophers
_____ Learning new things is easier when I understand their importance
_____ I wonder if there are other forms of intelligent life in the universe
_____ Studying history or ancient culture helps give me perspective or
understanding about our world

_____ TOTAL for Section 4

_____ I learn best interacting or working with others

_____ The more people involved in a project or work, the better I like it
_____ Study groups are very good and productive for me
_____ I enjoy on-line chat rooms, e-mailing, text messaging my friends
_____ Participating in politics is important to me
_____ TV and radio talk shows are enjoyable
_____ I am a “team player”
_____ I dislike working alone
_____ Clubs and co-curricular activities are fun
_____ I pay attention to social issues and causes

_____ TOTAL for Section 5

_____ I enjoy making things with my hands

_____ Sitting still for long periods of time is difficult for me
_____ I enjoy outdoor games and sports
_____ I value non-verbal communication such as sign language or body language
_____ A fit body is important for a fit mind
_____ Arts and crafts are enjoyable pastimes
_____ Expression through dance is beautiful
_____ I like working with tools
_____ I live an active lifestyle
_____ I learn best by doing or “hands-on” activities

_____ TOTAL for Section 6

Grade 8 2 Multiple Intelligences

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2007 - 2008
_____ I enjoy reading all kinds of different materials
_____ Taking notes helps me remember and understand things better
_____ I faithfully contact friends through letters and/or e-mail
_____ It is easy for me to explain my ideas to others
_____ I like to keep a journal
_____ Word puzzles like crosswords and jumbles are fun
_____ I write for pleasure
_____ I enjoy playing with words like puns as a source of humor and fun
_____ Foreign languages interest me
_____ Debates and public speaking are activities I would like to participate in

____ TOTAL for Section 7

_____ I am very aware of my moral beliefs and values

_____ I learn best when I have an emotional attachment to the subject
_____ Fairness is important to me
_____ My attitudes can have an effect on how well I learn
_____ Social justice and equality issues concern me
_____ Working alone can be just as productive as working in a group
_____ I need to know why I should do something before I agree to do it
_____ When I believe in something I will give 100% of my effort to it
_____ I like to be involved in causes and projects that help other people
_____ I am willing to protest or sign a petition to correct something I believe is
wrong or unjust

_____ TOTAL for Section 8

_____ I can imagine ideas in my mind

_____ Rearranging the furniture in a room is fun for me
_____ I enjoy creating art using a variety of materials and ideas
_____ I remember things better when I use graphic or visual organizers
_____ Performance art (singing, dancing, acting) can be very satisfying
_____ Spreadsheets are great for making charts, graphs and tables
_____ Three dimensional puzzles bring me much enjoyment
_____ Music videos are very stimulating and fun
_____ I can recall or remember things in “mental” pictures
_____ I am good at reading maps and blueprints

_____ TOTAL for Section 9

Grade 8 3 Multiple Intelligences

Grantsburg Public Schools Guidance Curriculum
2007 - 2008
 Section Total Points Multiply Score

1: Naturalist X 10

2: Musical X 10

3: Logical X 10

4: Existential X 10

5: Interpersonal X 10

6: Kinesthetic X 10

7: Verbal X 10

8: Intrapersonal X 10

9: Visual X 10

Do: Plot your scores on the bar graph to see your strengths:
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tential personal thetic personal

Grade 8 4 Multiple Intelligences

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2007 - 2008
 Getting Acquainted With Multiple Intelligences*
According to Dr. Howard Gardner, a Psychologist at Harvard, multiple intelligences are 7-different
ways to demonstrate intellectual ability or strength.

 Naturalist Intelligence is the ability to appreciate nature and feel a strong interest in
preserving our environment. These learners enjoy: hiking and camping, helping care for
animals and plants, love being outdoors and believe that recycling is an important method of
preserving life on our planet. Possible careers: biologist, botanist, gardener,
landscape architect, DNR/Park ranger, farmer, vet, outfitter, travel guide,
naturalist.

 Musical/Rhythmic Intelligence is the ability to produce and appreciate

music. These musical learners “think” in sounds, rhythms and patterns. Their
skills include: singing, whistling, playing musical instruments, recognizing patterns,
composing music, and remembering melodies. Possible careers: composer,
conductor, musician, singer, sensitive listener, disc jockey.

 Logical or Mathematical Intelligence is the ability to use reason, logic and numbers.
These learners think in patterns making connections between pieces of information. These
learners ask lots of questions and like to do experiments. Possible careers: scientist,
engineer, computer programmer, mathematician, detective, Secret Service, FBI

 Existential Intelligence is the ability to see your role in the “big

picture” of things; where you fit in the world. Existential learners enjoy
discussing the big questions about life; religion can be very important.
They gain meaning from the study of history and ancient cultures as well
as reading the ideas of modern philosophers. Existentialists may enjoy
discussing the possibility of other forms of intelligent life existing in the
universe. Possible careers: spiritual leader, minister,
archaeologist, anthropologist, art historian, environmental planner.

 Interpersonal Intelligence. These learners try to see things from other

people’s points of view in order to understand. They often have the ability to sense
feelings, intentions and motivations. They use both verbal (speaking) and non-verbal
language (eye contact, body language) to communicate. Their skills include:
listening, empathy, working with groups, building trust, and peaceful conflict
resolution. Possible careers: counselor, sales, business owner, real
estate agent.

Grade 8 5 Multiple Intelligences

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2007 - 2008
 Kinesthetic Intelligence is the ability to control body movements and handle objects skillfully. These
learners express themselves through movement. By interacting with the space around them,
they are able to remember and process information. Their skills include: physical coordination,
crafts, acting, and using their hands to create or build. Possible careers: athlete, phy.
ed. teacher, dancer, actor, firefighter, policeman, surgeon.

 Verbal or Linguistic
Intelligence is the ability to use
words and language. These
learners have highly developed
hearing skills and are generally
very good speakers. They think in “words” rather than “pictures”. Their skills
include listening, speaking, writing, story telling, teaching, using humor, understanding
the meaning of words, remembering information and convincing someone of their
point of view. Possible career interests: journalist, author, movie script
writer, teacher, lawyer, politician, translator, public speaker.

 Intrapersonal Intelligence is the ability to self-reflect and

be aware of one’s “inner state of being”. There learners try to
understand their inner feelings, dreams, and relationships with
others. Their skills include: recognizing their own strengths and
weaknesses, reflecting and analyzing themselves, awareness of their desires and dreams, evaluating
their thinking patterns, reasoning with themselves, and understanding their role in relationship to
others. Possible careers: social science researcher, theorist, philosopher, spiritual
leader, psychologist.

 Visual or Spatial Intelligence is the ability to perceive things. These learners tend
to think in “pictures” and need to create vivid mental images in order to retain information.
They enjoy looking at maps, charts, pictures, videos and movies. Their skills include: puzzle
building, reading, writing, understanding charts and graphs, a good sense of direction, sketching, painting,
creating visual metaphors and analogies, manipulating images, constructing, fixing, designing practical objects,
interpreting visual images. Possible careers: pilot, navigator, sculptor, visual artist, inventor,
architect, interior designer, mechanic, engineer, sailor, commercial or residential painter.

We all have SOME of each of these intelligences. Life experience strengthens each one.
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Grade 8 6 Multiple Intelligences

Grantsburg Public Schools Guidance Curriculum
2007 - 2008