(The following overview was taken from MIDAS – Multiple Intelligences Developmental Assessment Scales – 06/06)
Linguistic:
Linguistic sensitivity: skill in the use of words for expressive and practical purposes
Reading: skill in reading
Writing: ability and interest in writing such poems, stories, books or letters
Speaking: skill in oral communication for persuasion, mnemonics and description
Musical:
Musical ability: sensitivity to rhythms, pitch, tunes or melody; and the timbre or distinctive tone of a musical piece
Instrument: skill and experience in playing a musical instrument
Vocal: a good voice for singing in tune and along with other people
Appreciation: actively enjoys listening to music
Logical-Mathematical:
Problem Solving: skill in organization, problem solving and logical reasoning; curiosity and investigation
Calculations: ability to work with numbers for mathematical operations such as addition and division
Ability to perceive: logical patterns and relationships; statements and propositions; functions and complex processes and related abstractions
Spatial:
Imagery: use of mental imagery for observation, artistic, creative, and other visual activities
Artistic Design: to create artistic designs, drawings, painting or other crafts
Construction: to be able to make, build or assemble things
Bodily-Kinesthetic:
Physical Skill: ability to move the whole body for physical activities such as balancing, coordination and sports
Dancing, Acting: to use the body in expressive, rhythmic and imitative ways
Working with Hands: to use the hands with dexterity and skill for detailed activities and small work
Interpersonal:
Understanding People: sensitivity to and understanding of other people’s moods, feelings and point of view
Getting along with Others: able to maintain good relationships with other people especially friends and siblings
Leadership: to take a leadership role among people through problem solving and influence
Intra-personal:
Knowing Myself: awareness of one’s own ideas, abilities; personal decision making skill
Goal Awareness: awareness of goals and self-correction and monitoring in light of a goal
Managing Feelings: ability to regulate one’s feelings, moods and emotional responses
Managing Behavior: ability to regulate one’s mental activities and behavior
Naturalist:
Animal Care: skill for understanding animal behavior, needs, characteristics
Plant Care: ability to work with plants (i.e., gardening, farming, and horticulture)
Science: knowledge of natural living energy forces including cooking, weather and physics