Style Spectrum Quiz

Instructions: Read each statement and circle the choice that best describes how you like to learn.

1. When I learn a new word, I prefer to:
   A. See it written or in a picture.
   B. Hear it spoken aloud or in a song.
   C. Write it or act it out with my body.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. To study for a test, I like to:
   A. Create charts, diagrams, or flashcards with pictures.
   B. Read notes out loud or make a rhyme.
   C. Use physical flashcards or move around while reviewing.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. In class, I understand best when the teacher:
   A. Shows photos, slides, or draws on the board.
   B. Tells stories, explains verbally, or uses songs.
   C. Gives me hands-on experiments or lets me role-play.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. When I follow directions for a task, I:
   A. Look at pictures, diagrams, or written steps.
   B. Listen as someone explains the steps.
   C. Try each step with my hands or body.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. I remember something best when I:
   A. Close my eyes and picture it in my mind.
   B. Say it out loud, talk about it, or make a song.
   C. Walk around, gesture, or build it myself.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Strengths Sorting Game

Materials:

• Sets of 12 picture cards (4 Visual, 4 Auditory, 4 Kinesthetic) per group
• Envelopes or pouches to hold each set

Prep (5 minutes):

• Print, cut, and optionally laminate the cards.
• Divide cards into equal sets and place each set in an envelope or pouch.

Card List:

• Visual:
  • Map with country shapes
  • Colorful chart of weather symbols
  • Flashcard showing a tree illustration
  • Diagram of plant parts
• Auditory:
  • Recording of a bird chirping
  • Rhyming alphabet song clip
  • Short spoken story on tape
  • Teacher’s verbal instructions card
• Kinesthetic:
  • Tracing letters in sand activity
  • Shaping letters with clay
  • Acting out a math word problem
  • Building words with letter blocks

Instructions:

1. Divide into small groups (3–4 students) and give each group an envelope of cards.
2. Ask students to sort cards into three piles labeled Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic (8 minutes). Prompt discussion: “Why does this task fit here?”
3. Each group selects one card from each category and shares with the class, explaining their choices (5 minutes).
4. Teacher highlights how different activities match different learning styles and reinforces that every style is valuable.

Time: 15 minutes total

Extension: Groups can create their own additional card by drawing a new task and categorizing it.

Reflection Circle Discussion Guide

Materials: Reflection tokens (e.g., colored coins)
Setup: Students sit in a circle. Give one token to the first student.

Circle Guidelines

• Hold the token when it is your turn to speak.
• Speak clearly and use kind, respectful words.
• Listen actively—look at the speaker and wait patiently.

Prompts for Sharing

1. My learning strength
   I learn best when I _______________ because _______________.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. A strategy to try
   One strategy I want to try is _______________ because _______________.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. How it will help
   I think this strategy will help me by _______________.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Follow-Up Questions (Teacher Prompts)

• Can you tell us more about why that strategy works for you?
• How might you remember to use this strategy during our lessons?
• Who might you help by sharing your idea?

Closure

After each student has shared, pass the token back to the teacher. Celebrate with a class clap and remind everyone: “Every learning style and strategy is valuable!”

Lesson Wrap-Up Exit Ticket

Name: ____________________ Date: ____________

1. My strongest learning style is _________ because _________________:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. One strategy I will try this week is _________________ because _________________:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Draw yourself using this strategy to learn: