Eight types of intelligences have been identified by Howard Gardner. Brain Hurricane incorporates these multiple levels of intelligence throughout the curriculum. Through the use of music, art, movement exercises and team based constructivist learning Brain Hurricane meets the needs of the whole child.
Linguistic intelligence involves sensitivity to spoken and written language, the ability to learn languages, and the capacity to use language accomplish certain goals.Logical-mathematical intelligence consists of the capacity to analyze problems logically, carry out mathematical operations, and investigate issues scientifically.
Musical intelligence involves skill in the performance, composition, and appreciation of musical patterns.
Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence entails the potential of using one’s whole body or part of the body to solve problems.
Spatial intelligence involves the potential to recognize and use the patterns of wide space and more confined areas.
Interpersonal intelligence is concerned with the capacity to understand the intentions, motivations, and desires of other people. It allows people to work effectively with others.
Interpersonal intelligence entails the capacity to understand oneself, to appreciate one’s feeling, fear and motivations.
Naturalist intelligence enables human beings to recognize, categorize, and draw upon certain features of the environment.