*Template to help you individualize your lesson plans for your child. *
Before you look at the types, here is a resource for you to use after when you are planning what to teach your children or to help them learn a concept.
Look to this post to see a step by step on how easy it is to use the template! I show it with a small group and whole class. Use the template so you can check off what you are using as you work with your child/children.
Here is a link to a pdf of the template.
Now let's get to how they learn!!!
The Helper
- These children need routines, rules, logical, organized play and learning. They like to know what to expect and so make sure to warn them if there will be differences in schedule. They trust authority and so they will listen to what you say and ask of them.
- They prefer nonfiction or realistic fiction in their stories. This can include adventure stories, animal stories, true to life and straight forward stories, like folk tales and Mother Goose.
- This type likes to be depended on and show they are responsible. Give them plenty of opportunity to show this. They are great examples and helpers.
- They like to act out practical things like dramatic play of cooking, cleaning, playing house, acting out their day.
- They respond very well to stickers, charts, stamps, etc. They also respond well to praise like, "You did that just the way I wanted." or "Your work is very neat." Notice what they are doing well that relates to organization, dependability, or doing things correctly. Be careful to take away points or 'stickers'. This will cause fear and self doubt.
- Patterning, sorting, categorizing. Using facts. Counting games.
- Helpers like to create things: crafts, sewing, cooking.
- They really like to work with others and feel included in a group.
- They are cautious, so have a safe learning environment where they can feel secure and know what is going on around them.
- This type loves traditions, holidays, or family events. Integrate these and they will be very excited.
- Dramatic play and learning through kinesthetic movement. Act things out. As they move they can create muscle memory to help them remember what they are learning. They need time to roam and explore to experience the world around them. As they move their minds will process.
- If they seem to be having a hard time listening to you, get on their level and touch their shoulder or arm. Sensation will catch their attention and help them to listen better.
- They also love the arts. They like to use their hands. This can include anything that fits into that category. A lot of it is the sensory experience and more the process than the outcome. They also love to be messy!
- This type loves to build/construct and use tools. They are tinkerers as they discover and explore. Manipulation of things to create helps them build confidence. They also love to destroy afterwards; this goes back to them liking to make messes (and loud noises).
- Music speaks to them because it based so much on motor skills and rhythm. Both of which Players are really good at. This would be a great avenue for teaching different subjects to help with recall.
- They like to collect anything and everything. This can be used to correlate with a subject.
- Spontaneity is so refreshing to them. They like change and differences in routine and how they learn. Put in surprises or twists.
- They are always looking for stimulation. Think of the five senses and how they can use them in a lesson.
- Group work can be good. They tend to show off and so they like having people around to see what they are doing. They are also utilitarian, which means they not only like to manipulate tools, but they usually know how to interact with others for what their goal is. They like to talk with their peers and working for a common goal would be good, but they will also probably try to find a way to control the group.
- Like the Helpers, they are drawn to similar stories, nonfiction or realistic fiction stories. This can include adventure stories, animal stories, true to life and straight forward stories, like folk tales and Mother Goose.
- They love physical activities because they usually succeed at them. They are also usually very competitive and so they will work hard to win a game or contest.
- They love to read!! Books need to be everywhere. They learn very well from reading the material in books. They are especially drawn to book with characters and relationships. This type will become very drawn into a story. Be careful that it isn't too scary or intense, or they may experience those feelings too intensely. Book types they are drawn to are fantasy, magic, far-flung stories, fairy tales, stories with metaphors and symbols. Use stories to teach a topic, they will connect with it.
- Dramatic play: they love to be imaginative and will act out stories or relationships. Since their relationships are the most important to them, they are drawn to this type of play. They will act out doctors, teachers, counselors.
- Feelers are usually very good at talking with adults and like to do so. Discussion is another fantastic way they learn and make connections. They should be doing this with peers and adults.
- Writing stories is another great way for them to learn. They will write, draw pictures, and like to discuss what they have done. Integrate this with a subject and you will have a great response.
- They are great with seeing examples and then trying them out themselves.
- This type is very equipped for becoming mentors and advocates. Help them learn these skills through their assignments and discussions.
- This type loves to learn and will be excited about pretty much anything. Use that to your advantage.
- They work very well in groups because they cooperative. Let them enhance relationships while they work together. Feelers also have a hard time with competition. Do cooperative games or self competition.
- Like adult praise, but also want to be noticed for their uniqueness. Give them the ability to show who they are and be accepted for it.
- They do very well with non mechanical toys: puppets, animals, dolls, anything they can give personality and show relationships.
- Thinkers like to work independently and have the freedom to go after their interests. You will not have to encourage them to learn if they have the resources and freedom to go after something that interests them. They will be the most critical thinkers and more thorough researchers if they have it available to them.
- They will do the scientific method basically on everything. They will doubt it until they can prove it. Thinkers become obsessed with what they are learning about and will work tirelessly until they figure it out, make all the connections, and feel satisfied with their work. Then without much celebration, they will move on to their next project.
- They need things to categorize and places to keep collections and do their research. They need LOTS of books and access to computers. They will have why questions about everything. Use these as teaching times to help them find it and understand why things work the way they do. They need to understand the reasons behind everything.
- Thinkers will love to take things apart and put them back together. Through this activity they are able to discover for themselves the way things work. They are usually very good with technology and machines because they wish to know how things work.
- This type also does great talking with adults. Their vocabulary is usually very high and they like to be challenged with complex ideas. These shouldn't be so complex they become stumped. By not being able to figure something out, it causes self doubt.
- Hypotheticals are a great tool for these students. As they think and work through the different possibilities, they are able to make connections and see all the possible outcomes. They are able to see the reasons behind different choices.
- They will not only be looking to do research, but they will also like to enjoy what they are reading. Just like the Feelers, book types they are drawn to are fantasy, magic, far-flung stories, fairy tales, stories with metaphors and symbols. Use stories to teach a topic, they will connect with it and look for all the reasons behind the choices made.
- Give them the chance to build and create. Let them use tools. Younger Thinkers love blocks and busy boards to see what causes reactions.
- Encourage them in times of frustration. They do not wish to be praised, even when doing well. No stamps, stickers, charts, or things like that encourage them. They are not looking for the approval of others, they are looking to get satisfaction on their own from figuring it out. If they have done something, it is because they figured it out and it doesn't need to be noticed because they are already onto their next project. During the project, praise feels false and isn't helpful. Encouragement is the best.
- When it comes to toys, they should have a variety, but should only be given a few at time to completely understand and explore. Once they are done figuring out the toy, it will be discarded and then it will be time for a new one.
- Read to them! This allows them to think about and discuss complex ideas that they may not be able to read yet on their own.
*Research from my own experience as a teacher and Dr. Keirsey's book Please Understand Me II and Scholastic.com
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