Intrapersonal Intelligence
Examples:
A child who spends time reflecting on their thoughts and feelings.
A student who sets personal goals and works independently.
A child who shows strong self-awareness and understanding of their strengths and weaknesses.
Traits to Look For:
Deep interest in self-reflection and personal growth.
Ability to articulate their feelings and thoughts.
Preference for solitary activities and independent projects.
Intrapersonal Intelligence Learning Style
Preferred Learning Style: Solitary/Intrapersonal
Learning Activities: Independent study, self-reflection exercises, and personal goal setting.
Game ideas to engage the IntraPersonal Child
Objective:
To teach early math concepts such as counting, addition, subtraction, and basic geometry through self-reflection, goal-setting, and personal achievement tracking, catering to a child's intrapersonal intelligence.
Materials Needed:
A special journal or notebook
Colored pencils or markers
Stickers or stamps for rewards
Small objects (e.g., buttons, beads) for counting exercises
Printable worksheets for addition, subtraction, and shape recognition
Game Setup:
Personal Math Journal: Each child receives a personal math journal decorated with their name and favorite colors or themes. This journal will be used to document their math journey, reflecting their learning progress and personal goals.
Goal Setting: At the beginning of each week, the child sets a math-related goal. Examples include "I will learn to count to 50" or "I will practice addition every day."
Game Structure:
1. Daily Math Challenges:
Counting with Objects:
The child uses small objects to practice counting. They draw a picture of the objects in their journal and write down the number. For example, "Today I counted 15 buttons."
Addition and Subtraction Stories:
The child writes simple stories involving addition or subtraction. For instance, "I had 5 apples, and I picked 3 more. Now I have 8 apples." They draw illustrations to go along with the story and write the equations.
Shape Hunt:
The child looks for shapes around their home or classroom. They draw the shapes they find in their journal and label them. For example, "I found 4 circles in the kitchen: plates and a clock."
2. Reflection and Reward:
Daily Reflection:
At the end of each day, the child reflects on their math activities. They write or draw what they enjoyed, what they found challenging, and what they learned. This could be as simple as "I enjoyed counting buttons today because it was fun."
Weekly Review:
At the end of the week, the child reviews their goals. They write about their progress and how they feel about their achievements. If they met their goals, they can reward themselves with stickers or stamps in their journal.
Example Activities:
Counting with Buttons:
Activity: Count out 20 buttons. Group them into sets of 5 and count by fives.
Journal Entry: "I counted 20 buttons and grouped them into 4 sets of 5. Counting by fives is faster!"
Addition Story:
Activity: Write a story about finding shells on the beach. "I found 6 shells, and my friend gave me 4 more. How many do I have now?"
Journal Entry: Draw the 6 shells and the 4 new shells. Write the equation: 6 + 4 = 10.
Shape Hunt:
Activity: Go on a shape hunt in your room. Find and draw 3 circles, 2 squares, and 1 triangle.
Journal Entry: "I found 3 circles (clock, plate, lid), 2 squares (book, box), and 1 triangle (ruler)."
Benefits:
Personalized Learning: The child can learn at their own pace, setting and achieving personal goals.
Self-Reflection: Encourages the child to think about their learning process and what works best for them.
Engagement: By incorporating their interests and personal stories, the child is more engaged and motivated to learn.
This game leverages the child's strong intrapersonal intelligence, helping them connect with math through personal reflection and self-motivation, ultimately making learning a more meaningful and enjoyable experience.