It’s a rainy day. Which activity would hold your child’s attention the longest?

Looking at books Listening to music Active physical play

If your child is trying to memorize something—a phone number, address, or other piece of information—which method seems to work best?

Seeing it and copying it over and over Chanting it Physical movement like pacing, dancing, and singing it aloud

Imagine you let your child pick out a new toy. Which do you think would be the top choice?

A painting set or books Something musical, either music to listen to, or an instrument to play Something sports-related: a ball, racquet, or mitt

Which of these activities would probably be your child’s favorite?

Reading or art Listening to a storyteller or an instrument being played Playing a sport or acting in a play

Which method do you find most effective in getting your child to do chores or other responsibilities?

Post a list of jobs Give a few reminders to get the jobs done Have the rule that jobs must be finished before any other activities get started

Which of these activities seems to come most easily to your child?

Sorting toys or objects into categories based on color or other similarities Quickly learning a tune or harmony Making or building things

Which of these attributes do you think your child tunes in to the most when talking with someone?

Reading body language well Noticing differences in speaking—unusual words, accents, etc. Neither of the above

If your child was going to explain a complicated new idea, which method would she utilize?

Sketch out a quick diagram or picture Have a back-and-forth discussion of the idea Demonstrate the idea through movement or acting it out

Does your child prefer any of these study strategies?

Flash cards Listening and discussing Doing an experiment or trying out a theory in real life