This workshop introduces the 8 Multiple Intelligences. We will focus on how this systematic approach can increase the understanding of how to foster children's development, honor and meet their individual needs, and nurture the self esteem of each child by building on individual strengths and interests. There will be a content specific focus on developing language and literacy skills through using the framework of 8 multiple intelligences.

Workshop goals:

• To introduce the theory of Howard Gardner's 8 Multiple Intelligences.

• To link this theory to practical strategies for educators, caregivers and parents.

• To provide diverse instructional strategies, tools and alternative approaches to developing language and literacy skills to meet diverse needs of children.