he research and writings of Harvard Professor Howard Gardner identifying seven intelligences* drive the curriculum design at Lloyd. Multiple Intelligences guarantees success for every student.
* Linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, interpersonal, intrapersonal, bodily-kinesthetics, musical
This child likes to read, write and tell stories. Is good at memorizing names, places, dates and trivia. Learns best by saying, hearing and seeing words.
This child likes to do experiments, figure things out, work with numbers, ask questions, explore patterns and relationships. Is good at math, reasoning, logic and problem solving. Learns best by categorizing, classifying and working with abstract patterns/relationships.
This child likes to draw, build, design and create things; daydream; look at pictures; watch movies; and play with machines. Is good at imagining things, sensing changes, mazes and puzzles, and reading maps and charts. Learns best by visualizing, dreaming, using the mind's eye, and working with colors/pictures.
This child likes to sing, hum tunes, listen to music, and play an instrument. Is good at picking up sounds, remembering melodies, noticing pitches/rhythms, and keeping time. Learns best through rhythm, melody and music.
This child likes to move around, touch and talk, and use body language. Is good at physical activities such as sport/dance/acting and crafts. Learns best by touching, moving, interacting with space, and processing knowledge through bodily sensations.
This child likes to have lots of friends, talk to people and join groups. Is good at understanding people, leading others, organizing, communicating, manipulating, and mediating conflicts. Learns best by sharing, comparing, relating, cooperating and interviewing.
This child likes to work alone and pursue own interests. Is good at understanding self; focusing inward on feelings/dreams; following instincts; pursuing interests/goals; and being original. Learns best by working alone, having individualized projects and self-paced instruction, and having own space.
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