"Expertise in using one's whole body to express ideas and feelings (e.g., as an actor, a mime, an athlete, or a dancer) and facility in using one's hands to produce or transform things (e.g., as a craftsperson, sculptor, mechanic, or surgeon). This intelligence includes specific physical skills such as coordination, balance, dexterity, strenth, flexibility, and speed, as well as proprioceptive, tactile, and haptic capacities." (Armstrong 3)
DEVELOPMENT - Development of this intelligence varies according to which aspect of this intelligence manifests in the child.
POTENTIAL - Students may be encouraged to become athletes, dancers, sculptors, artisans, choreographers, etc.
COMMON STATEMENTS - "I like sports," "I can't sit still for long time periods," "I think best when I'm doing something physical, like walking or running," "I like to spend my free time outdoors," "I like working with my hands," "I like to touch things to learn about them," "I am well-coordinated," "I like amusement park rides."
Teaching Strategies for Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence
Body Answers (students use their bodies to answer questions posed by the teacher), The Classroom Theater, Kinesthetic Concepts (charades), Hands-on Thinking (students are encouraged to touch and learn), Body MapsWays to help Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligent Students Excel:
**Provide an open space for creative movement, with trampolines, jump ropes, juggling equipment, etc.Classroom Environment Techniques
**To gain the attention of the class, put your fingers to your lips and hold up your hand. Have the students do the same.