Educational software is of tremendous value to the visual-spatial child. I highly recommend that the child have frequent access to advanced multimedia technologies. Multimedia opens the world of learning to the visual-spatial child in a way that is amazing to watch. In his article on Multiple Intelligences and Technology , Jack Edwards recommends that the visual-spatial child use these types of software programs.
Draw and paint programs Find reviews of art programs at The Review Zone , Oppenheim Toy Portfolio , and SuperKids . The Boston Computer Museum recommends Crayola's Make a Masterpiece.
Reading programs that use visual clues such as rebus method or color coding The Review Zone's Reading Software reviews cover most of the popular programs. Living Books and Disney Animated Storybooks are good choices. Another good title for word learning is DK Publishing's My First Amazing Words & Pictures . The Boston Computer Museum recommends Microsoft's My Personal Tutor for early reading.
Programs which allow them to see information as maps, charts, or diagrams and Multimedia programs Children's Software Revue recommends the best software for kids on the topics of Geography , Science , and Reference . We like DK Publishing's Eyewitness World Atlas (ages 12+) and My First Amazing World Explorer (ages 4-9) as many other DK titles .
Science probeware The Review Zone rates Science programs . Kids Domain has a large list of science software reviews for kids. Magic School Bus titles from Microsoft are good for younger kids. DK Publishing has a wide variety of multimedia science software titles for kids.
The perfect tool for a visual-spatial child to use to learn Math concepts is the very cool Geoboard . Download a computer version FREE from the Edmark Mighty Math site. The North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction has some great ideas for Math learning using visual-spatial activities . You and your child will have lots of fun with these activities.
Keep your home well stocked with arts and craft supplies. My very organized sister taught me to buy large Rubbermaid boxes to store arts and craft supplies that I find in sale bins and rummage sales. Nearly anything can and will be used by the visual-spatial child to "make things". You will find her to be an eager learner if you choose to teach her the hobbies of sewing, knitting, photography, cross-stitch, videotaping, any of the visual and creative arts. You could also keep a small satchel of paper, colored pencils, markers, and other drawing supplies in your car. Your visual-spatial child will be drawn to them and will be absorbed enough to get you through rush-hour traffic and the drive through McDonald's with a little peace and quiet.
Consider formal art lessons in your community if your child is interested. This can be a wonderful after-school activity that will result in improved self-esteem and confidence for your child. Also, you will find a lot of resouces on the Web for teaching art to your child. Try these great sites!
Crayola Art Education * Art Techniques Find lots of creative ideas for Crayola products. Great!
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