Naturalist Intelligence - "Nature Smart"


Attributes:

Sensing patterns in and making connections to nature.
Finding patterns and relationships in nature.
Interested in nurturing and exploring the environment and learning about other species.
Good at categorizing and cataloging information easily.Enjoy camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
Interest in astronomy, biology, botany, geology, meteorology, paleontology, or zoology.
Keen awareness of surroundings and even subtle environmental changes.
Easily categorize and catalogue things.
Like to collect, classify, or read about nature (i.e. rocks and insects).


Suggested classroom learning activities:

Terrariums, aquariums, class pets, farm, zoo visits, botanical garden, nature walks, museum visits

Suggested assessment to help these individuals show understanding:

Collecting, classifying, caring for animals/pets.

Technology Connection:

Digital photography of environmental changes/collections, Internet research,

Possible career paths:

Biologist, Conservationist, Gardener, Landscaper, Veterinarian