Multiple Intelligences survey · Free
Discover what your child is naturally good at
A 40-question Multiple Intelligences survey for parents. Takes about 5 minutes.
Harvard psychologist Howard Gardner proposed the theory of Multiple Intelligences in Frames of Mind (1983): intelligence is not the single number an IQ test measures, but at least eight different strengths, and every child has their own mix of them. This survey helps parents see where their child shines, so they can choose activities that fit the child rather than the other way around.
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The eight intelligences
Verbal-Linguistic
Verbal-Linguistic
Children strong in linguistic intelligence think in words. They love stories, reading and wordplay, and remember best when they hear or read something.
Logical-Mathematical
Logical-Mathematical
Children strong in logical-mathematical intelligence look for reasons and patterns and want to know how things work. They enjoy problems that need step-by-step thinking.
Visual-Spatial
Visual-Spatial
Children strong in visual-spatial intelligence think in pictures. They can picture things clearly in their head, find their way easily, and express themselves by drawing, building and making.
Bodily-Kinesthetic
Bodily-Kinesthetic
Children strong in bodily-kinesthetic intelligence learn by doing and moving. They have good control of their body and often can't sit still for long without moving.
Musical
Musical
Children strong in musical intelligence are sensitive to sound, rhythm and melody. They pick up songs quickly and often hum or tap a beat without noticing.
Interpersonal
Interpersonal
Children strong in interpersonal intelligence understand how others feel, work well in teams, and are often the one who rallies friends or smooths things over.
Intrapersonal
Intrapersonal
Children strong in intrapersonal intelligence know their own feelings, strengths and weak spots. They reflect, set goals for themselves, and work well on their own.
Naturalistic
Naturalistic
Children strong in naturalistic intelligence notice the world around them. They love animals and plants, sort things by their features, and are happiest outdoors.
How it works
- Read one statement at a time and think about how your child behaves day to day
- Tap the answer that fits — very much, yes, a little, or not at all — and the next question appears
- See your child's MI Profile chart, with recommended classes and articles for their strongest areas
This survey is not an IQ test or a medical assessment. The result reflects what you notice in your child right now, and it can change as they grow and try new things. Use it as a starting point for conversation and for choosing activities.
Multiple Intelligences survey
My child enjoys wordplay, idioms, spoonerisms and rhymes