05/03/2021
Thinking is a skill which can be extended and improved with practice and an awareness that there can be many different ways of solving problems The 200 activities in this box are not about solving difficult puzzles, they are about exploring new ways of thinking in a fun, challenging and stimulating way.
It is important for children to recognise that not every problem has only one solution or indeed any solution at all! The open ended activities are an important part of building a child’s capability to explore possibilities, experience success and stretch their thinking skills.
Challenging children to think in different ways at an early stage in their development means a strategic way of thinking becomes a natural process which enriches all learning and extends their range of skills for life.
The challenges are designed to develop strengths, balance and flexibility across Multiple Intelligence learning styles-
Word Smart (Linguistic Intelligence)
Logic Smart (Logical/Mathematical Intelligence)
Picture Smart (Visual/Spatial Intelligence)
Nature Smart (Naturalist Intelligence)
Sound Smart ( Musical Intelligence)
Self Smart (Intrapersonal Intelligence)
People Smart (Interpersonal Intelligence)
Life Smart (Existential Intelligence)
Body Smart (Kinesthetic Intelligence)
Think Smart (extra activities that cross boundaries)
