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Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences has revolutionized the way we think about being smart. Teachers are using multiple intelligences curricula in their classrooms. Multiple intelligences schools have been established in several states. No longer are teachers asking about students, "How smart are they?" Instead, they're asking, "How are they smart?"

In his latest book, Thomas Armstrong takes a refreshing new approach to the topic: teaching kids themselves about multiple intelligences. In clear, simple language, he introduces the theory, explains the eight intelligences in school, expand their multiple intelligences at home, and draw on them to plan for the future. Resources point the way to books, software, games, and organizations that can help kids develop the eight intelligences. This timely, important book is recommended for all kids, their parents, and educators.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #302221 in Books
• Published on: 2002-12-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

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• ISBN13: 9781575421131
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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From School Library Journal
Grade 6-9-Armstrong believes that by helping kids identify their strengths they will be able to know themselves better and make the most of their talents. To this end, he devotes one chapter to each of the intelligences that psychologist Howard Gardner has identified but phrases them in terms that young readers will understand; for example, he uses "word smart" for linguistic intelligence and "picture smart" for spatial intelligence. Each chapter begins with a quiz to help readers determine in what ways they are "people smart," "logic smart," etc. The text that follows discusses what these intelligences are, lists ways to develop or improve them, and suggests possible careers for people with different strengths and interests. An annotated bibliography at the end of each chapter lists books, magazines, organizations, and Web sites. Occasional blue spot-art cartoons illustrate the text. A self-help book that's clear, concise, and fun to peruse.
Kim Donius, Alfred-Almond Central School, Almond, NY
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist
Gr. 5-8. Without talking down to preteens, psychologist Armstrong simplifies the psychological theory of multiple intelligences. He helps readers discover the different ways they are smart, and he encourages them to explore and improve how they learn at school, at home, and "everywhere you go." One chapter at a time, he covers eight different intelligences--word, music, logic, picture, body, people, self, and nature--and talks about what they mean in a kid-friendly style. Aptitude quizzes, succinct explanations, entertaining sidebars, and "Did You Know?" trivia personalize the text with examples, anecdotes, and lively suggestions for developing one kind of intelligence by using the strengths of the others. The highly readable design, with lots of screens, subheads, and two-color illustrations, makes each page great for careful reading and discussion or just for browsing. Each chapter includes resources and Internet sites. Roger Leslie
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved

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Customer Reviews

Two Thumbs Up for the Multiple Intelligences
This book based on Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences is a great resource for teachers and students alike. Its easy to read format, along with many helpful hints draws the reader in. The practicality of this book pertains to everyone because we all reflect our intelligence in different ways. This book helps the reader to understand the various intelligences, as well as how we can build upon our "smarts" and strengthen those areas that we may struggle with. You're Smarter Than You Think: A Kid's Guide to Multiple Intelligences emphasizes that we are all intelligent and that we can grow to be more well rounded individuals by learning to use all of the multiple intelligences together since they are involved in everything that we do. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wishes to find out how smart they really are, and chances are, you are probably smarter than you think.

Less becomes more
This book presents a practical guide to the theory of multiple intelligences in a kid friendly way. I really enjoyed it and sent a copy to my granddaughter, a precocious [...], who has been fighting summer boredom by doing some of the activities in the book with her brothers and neighborhood friends. This book helps children be aware of different aspects of intelligence and how to enhance their learning by understanding themselves and the unique way they learn. The part I really liked? Children learn to challenge themselves to enhance their less preferred areas of intelligence. Wow! This book can be used to help children with self understanding and set goals for self improvement. I would especially recommend it to help young people who feel odd or different understand their strengths.

Easy to read and more...
What I love about this book:

1. Identifies the 8 kinds of intelligence discovered thus far, with a check list to help you identify "some of the ways you are smart." I like how he is continually making the point that you have all the smarts, and you might identify with one or two more than the others. I think this helps you not feel like you have a label.

2. Identifies the things you do everyday that show the way you are smart.

3. Gives ideas for enhancing and expanding the way you are smart.

4. Gives clear and fun ideas to help you learn the other ways to be smart.

5. Gives ideas for possible careers you might enjoy as an adult, while using your "smart."

6. Provides additional resources for continuing your learning for each smart, including books, activities, and websites.

This book is very well thought out and complete.