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The Intelligence of the Whole Body and the Hands

Is your child constantly on the move? You may be raising a young Charlie Chaplin or Monica Seles. Find out just how "bodily-kinesthetic" your child is. Check all the characteristics that describe him:

Excels in one or more sports, or shows physical prowess advanced for age

Moves, twitches, taps, or fidgets while seated for a long time in one spot

Cleverly mimics other people's gestures or mannerisms

Loves to take things apart and put them back together again

Puts his hands all over something he has just seen

Enjoys running, jumping, wrestling, or similar activities

Shows good fine-motor coordination in crafts, such as woodworking, sewing, or mechanics

Has a dramatic way of expressing herself

Reports different physical sensations while thinking or working

Enjoys working with hands-on materials, such as clay or finger-paints

Source:Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom
by Thomas Armstrong

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