"Children highly developed in Body-Kinesthetic intelligence often squirm at the breakfast table, or in their desk at school. They are sometimes described as always being “on the go”. They process information and gain knowledge through the use of their body. They get “gut feelings” about things such as answers on a difficult test. Some are graced with athletic abilities such as dancing, running, or throwing a baseball. Others are gifted in fine-motor coordination, and can excel in drawing, fixing things around the house, or doing crafts. These children may effectively communicate nonverbally through gestures and other body language. They need opportunities to learn by moving or acting things out. They are the so-called “hands-on” learners. Expecting this type of student to quietly sit in their desk for long periods of time and listen to the teacher lecture is simply unrealistic." -Craig Ferch
The recent move in education, and something I consider in my personal philosophy of education, is Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences. In short, Gardner believes that everyone learns in their own way, and their are distinct intelligences. Among them in the Bodily Kinesthetic Intelligence. People who excel in this intelligence usually learn best through body language and hands-on activities. Most children are bodily kinesthetic learners. From an early age children use their bodies to communicate with their world. If teachers and parents tap into their child's bodily kinesthetic intelligence, they are more likely to develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
There are so many activities that can be done with a child to exercise this intelligence. Here is a list of various websites that can be used to find great ideas to help your students or children get up and MOVE:
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